David Redpath

A very high level overview of the simulation theory, mixed with anecdotes from random interview subjects. The “credentials” of these subjects vary from Nick Bostrom, the esteemed philosopher, to a special Ed teacher and aspiring comic illustrator, to a troubled young person who plead guilty to killing both his parents after viewing The Matrix feature film repeatedly. “Glitch” is definitely all over the place, and lacked a narrative thread to hold it all together, but in the absence of a more cohesive documentary on this fascinating topic... I’ll take it.

It is easily Mark Ruffalo’s best performance to date, including “Spotlight” and “Foxcatcher”... both standout roles. The HBO limited series hasn’t yet concluded, but is a must-watch program, during a pandemic, or otherwise. Ruffalo’s dual role (he plays identical twins) is complimented nicely by Phillip Ettinger’s dual portrayal of the younger version of the same siblings. A well written adaptation of a fictional novel, the series highlights mental health issues, and the impact on families. Rosie O’Donnell is very good as the brothers’ care giver, and Juliet Lewis delivers a predictable, and forgettable, turn as a potential love interest. It’s only part way through, and she’s already re-appeared as the younger lover of an elderly hospital roommate of one of the twins... sheesh. Anyway, dismiss that 90’s casting throwback, and sometimes distracting non-linear storyline, and instead relish in Ruffalo’s mastery... look forward to all that he will serve up during this series, and in future, non-superhero, roles! It wasn’t too long ago that Ruffalo was the “Hulk”, and supported Tom Cruise and Jim Carey in leading roles... and also Jesse Eisenberg? To be fair... Americans also made Steve Guttenberg a star, and elected Donald Trump, so go figure.