Just brilliant! I rarely laugh out loud at my flat screen but it usually is happening Tuesday evening during Raising Hope. This is largely due to the acting ensemble which is one of the best on the air: most of these veterans come from Steppenwolf, theater extraordinaire, and it shows. Their timing, grasp of character and ability to engage audience enhance and grow with each episode. The writing is edgy, sharp and tight especially considering the half-hour venue. Although the laughs and comic commentary about the nature of family may dominate, what really makes this show for me is the homage to love and nurturing that is buried inside. Despite losing babies, bathing babies once a week, bouncing babies, and general cluelessness about raising Hope, this sit-com speaks volumes about the importance of family, friends and resiliency.
Review of Raising Hope
