Premise:
“Please Like Me” is an Australian dramedy series created by and starring Josh Thomas, who plays a young man also named Josh. The show starts with Josh realizing he’s gay after his girlfriend breaks up with him. He then navigates the complexities of young adulthood, dealing with relationships, family, and mental health. Alongside him are his quirky but well-intentioned mother Rose (Debra Lawrance), who struggles with depression, his best friend Tom (Thomas Ward), who has his own relationship issues, and his father Alan (David Roberts) who tries to be supportive but often misses the mark.
Themes:
The series tackles themes such as sexual orientation, mental health, and the awkwardness of young adulthood with a mix of humor and raw emotional depth. The show’s tone strikes a balance between the comic and the tragic, shedding light on the challenges of growing up, family dysfunction, and the search for love and friendship.
Critical Consensus Rating: 4/5
“Please Like Me” has been praised for its authentic representation of LGBTQ+ issues and mental health, as well as its unique comedic tone that weaves in darker, poignant moments. Critics found it to be refreshingly candid and emotionally resonant, although some noted that its specific type of humor might not be for everyone.
TV Parental Guidelines Rating: TV-MA
The series is rated TV-MA for its mature themes, including explicit discussions about sexuality, mental health issues, and occasional strong language.
Broadcast Information:
“Please Like Me” originally aired on ABC2 in Australia, starting from 2013 and concluding in 2016. It also gained international recognition and distribution.
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