Steve Bennett (I)
- Journalist and reviewer
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Review: After Life
Followers of Ricky Gervais's work will spot elements form across the CV in his new Netflix series.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 9th March 2019Home review
Yes, Home is underpinned by a strong social, political message, but like all good comedies, it's ultimately about relationships and the ridicule of human foibles, from Peter's intransigence to the bureaucracy of the Home Office.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 5th March 2019Fleabag series 2 review
Welcome back our broken, mischievous, frank-talking friend.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 4th March 2019Warren review
Curmudgeons have forever been a cornerstone of comedy, but the problem with Martin Clunes's Warren - well, one of many problems - is that he's not just grumpy, he's just an unpleasant shit.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 26th February 2019Only Fools And Horses Musical review
The Only Fools And Horses musical might be as much hooky as it is cushty, but it's got an excellent cast, and if the show can appeal to the legions who love the sitcom, this time next year, the producers will be millionaires.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 20th February 2019Jacob Hawley: Howl review
Hawley is a charismatic 27-year-old with a passion and a cause, and quite some performance chops (that 2:1 masters degree is coming in handy). Once he scratches deeper, and with more focus to his attitude, he could be a force to be reckoned with.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 19th February 2019This Time With Alan Partridge preview
This Time With Alan Partridge an intriguing beat away from the normal rhythms of mainstream sitcom. Add a timeless comedy character at the helm, and a savvy, funny script and you have a triumphant return for Norfolk's most enduring broadcaster.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 14th February 2019Catastrophe: the final episode
Such density of scripting, combined with the dark humour and embarrassing realities, both made palatable by the screen charisma of Delaney and Horgan, should cement Catastrophe's place as a landmark in Britain's comedy terrain.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 13th February 2019Review - Young Corbyn: An Origin Story
There is something in this spoof, but it needs more focus on the political angle on which it's sold, rather than the easier jokes of young actors bickering.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 7th February 2019Review: Hypothetical
This probably won't be such a mega-hit as Taskmaster, but everything Acaster touches tends to turn to gold, so it's easy to see this becoming an audience favourite.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 6th February 2019