45/17
Based on the Chilean documentary “El Agente Topo”
Synopsis
Charles, a retired man, gets a new lease on life when he answers a private detective’s ad and becomes a mole in an undercover investigation of a nursing home. Remake of Secret Agent in the Nursing Home (2020).
Before you know it, you’re so established that you just have to know who!
Because let’s be honest, I’ll admit at first glance I wasn’t really sure the show was something I’d be interested in, but somehow it managed to draw me in. All the characters are extremely easy to love, and they’re so recognizable as the person in your life.
My favorite show quote is "Every great thing in your life, when you look back on it, seems like a miracle" Very poetic because it resonates with all of us
It’s also a gentle reminder that we’re all here trying to do the same thing, live & enjoy life, so we might as well do our best to get along and, above all, be kind to each other. I’ll also admit that it was a little strange to see Ted Danson in this role, especially since you’re used to him as the Cheers character “Sam”; but very early on “Charles” tugs at your heartstrings leaving sad reminders of “Sam.” A bittersweet yet gentle reminder that Father Time doesn’t play favorites.
It’s a nice change of pace that doesn’t leave you feeling guilty about enjoying a new “crime” show
I hope you watch it and that you recognize & empathize with the daily challenges that some of us in our society live with, that we live with on a daily basis.