Movie of the Week: Oh, Hello
Alexa: My love for John Mulaney and his wonderful awkwardness runs deep. So deep that I even tried to watch his ill-fated sitcom a few years back (it’s still tough to talk about). But naturally, I was instantly intrigued by “Oh, Hello” because of his involvement. I knew nothing about the characters of Gil Faizon and George St. Geegland that anchor the show. Apparently this kooky duo of elderly gentlemen was popularized on “Kroll Show,” which I’ve never watched (I know Nick Kroll primarily as The Douche and Ruxin). And while I felt a little out of the loop in a few instances, overall this filmed version of their Broadway show offers plenty to enjoy for people who are not familiar with the characters. Kroll and Mulaney have great chemistry and impeccable comic timing, and the appearance of two surprise celebrity guests whose identities I won’t spoil here only adds to the hilarity. This adaptation translates pretty seamlessly from stage to screen, and the absurd jokes consistent...