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Review from Comedy Central was a darkly hilarious satire mockumentary television series that aired on the network from 2014 to 2017. The show was created by Andrew Daly, along with Jeffrey Blitz and Charlie Siskel. The concept of Review was based on the premise of Forrest MacNeil, an optimistic and earnest TV host who reviewed life experiences, both mundane and absurd, in order to help viewers decide whether or not to do them themselves. Each episode would consist of Forrest receiving a viewer-picked request to review a particular experience, and he would then thoroughly immerse himself into the experience, rating it on a scale of one to five stars. In the end, it would often result in a disastrous and darkly comical outcome.

One of the unique features of Review was its narrative structure. Each episode was split into three different reviews, with Forrest delving deeper and deeper into the chaos that his reviews would inevitably lead to. This structure played a crucial role in developing the show's narrative and allowed the writers to explore Forrest's character arc in detail.

With each review, the show went to great lengths to ensure that Forrest's experiences were as immersive as possible. Whether it was stealing, addiction, or becoming Batman, the production team went to great lengths to ensure a sense of realism that helped viewers invest in each situation as it unfolded.

Forrest's character was a large part of the show's success. Andrew Daly brought a refreshing take to the concept of a TV host, crafting a character that was both confident and naive, making him the perfect vessel for navigating the bizarre world of the show. Daly's performance as Forrest was both funny and heart-wrenching, as audiences watched him struggle (sometimes to the point of breaking) with the consequences of his reviews.

Another notable aspect of Review was its ability to balance comedy with darker themes. The show was unafraid to tackle subjects such as addiction, grief, and even death, often taking them to their extremes in order to explore Forrest's character development.

Overall, Review was a brilliant satire of both television hosts and critics. It used its unique structure and dark humor to take on topics that most sitcoms wouldn't dare to touch. Andrew Daly's performance as Forrest MacNeil was the glue that held the show together, as he navigated the absurdity of each review with both grace and humor. While the show may have been short-lived, it left a lasting impression on audiences and critics alike.

Review is a series that ran for 3 seasons (22 episodes) between March 6, 2014 and on Comedy Central