"Bunheads" offers a fierce and funny depiction of women experiencing the growing pains of life, work, and love. Female characters take the center stage while a revolving door of supporting male characters stand in their shadow. Sutton Foster is just as dynamic on screen as she is on stage. With her thousand-watt smile, Foster brings her well-rounded character to life; her Michelle is wild, goofy, jaded, and compassionate all at once.
Foster's effervescent performance works well alongside Kelly Bishop, who is less cold but just as regal as Emily Gilmore. Fanny is a wise and artistic mentor with a touch of eccentricity that makes her connect with Michelle so well. Together, Bishop and Foster make their characters' journey from strangers to family and respected colleagues engaging.
The teenage ensemble showcased many different aspects of girlhood: the cynical Sasha grappling with her parents' divorce, the innocent Boo dealing with body image, Mel discovering how to channel her rage, and Ginny falling hard for different beaus. There's a sweetness and authenticity to their interactions that gets viewers invested in their adolescent struggles.
"Bunheads" is just as much of a comfort show as "Gilmore Girls" with the added excitement of gorgeously choreographed dances (ranging from an angsty modern number set to They Might Be Giants' "Istanbul (Not Constantinople)," a disastrous "Nutcracker," and one piece inspired by recycling). The series is perfectly poised between biting comedy and emotional drama. Although it has a bit of an odd premise and speaks to very specific interests, its slice-of-life style is a joy to watch.
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