This is a sad situation for several reasons. I’ve known about Samara Weaving’s complaint for awhile, and it made me very sad. I really like Weaving as an actress, and I really like Shaw as a multi-talented artist. I thought the complaint was, unfortunately, very plausible, because my read on Frankie Shaw is that she saw she had a great opportunity in her grasp and was going for it hammer and tongs. That could include pushing too hard, and thinking of herself before others; in short, of being all too human. I think it’s sad that we live in a world where people- and conflict-resolution-skills have vanished to the point that conflicts are now decided solely on the basis of Zero
Tolerance and not on the basis of Negotiated Resolution For The Benefit Of All. Frankie Shaw, like her character, Bridget Bird, has probably ruined at least her career if not also her life. I’m the first one to know that SMILF wasn’t for everyone, and it wasn’t meant to be. I’m among the first to have seen that SMILF was funny, smart, cutting-edge dark-as-pitch dramady, and that its creator had real gifts.
Our species needs to get globally smarter, but that’s so clearly not our developmental trajectory.
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[email protected] (1358)
6 years ago
Just binged both seasons...sad its not continuing because it just started getting the right stride. I read all about Weavings complaint, and I know it was the reason for the shows cancellation. I dont doubt her story, but I would have hoped it could have been handled differently, and not in the shows demise.
Luckily , the ending of season 2 was enough of a finale to have some closure, but I wouldve liked one more season. I didnt know Frankie Shaw was the producer/director , as well as the star of the show. Thats a big job for anyone, but this was her first project like this, and she definitely did a great job. Sad it had to end.
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R_Kane (15828)
6 years ago
I completely agree that SMILF had really found itself this season, even in small details, like naming every episode with a title with words beginning with s, m, I, l and f. The reversed-sex cowboy episode was inspired! Shaw has a unique “voice” as an artist. I hope she bounces back from this.
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[email protected] (1358)
6 years ago
I agree...I didnt know Shaw was anything but an actor in the series until I finished binging and did the research... I do think that Weavings complaint was valid from what I know, but really hated the fact that it was the downfall of the series. Sometimes an artist may take things too far in trying to achieve their vision. I think this might be the case. I know Rosie Odonell did some interviews with Shaw, and she was very supportive of her. I also thought Rosie nailed her part in the show. She was so believable. I liked when they named one episode Single mom is Losing Faith for word Smilf. The show was unique and had room to grow. Did you know Stormy Daniels had a bit part in the show as well? I didnt until I read it... The lady with the Larry Brdn Tee shirts... That was her, lol
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R_Kane (15828)
6 years ago
I did not know that! Thank you. No wonder her tee shirt was so loose-fitting.
SMILF was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Comedy its first season. It didn’t win, but it’s still quite an achievement for such a young and unusual show. I’m happy that you enjoyed it!
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