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Dr. Jackie Stevenson is a Los Angeles based therapist and scientist who tries to invent a serum to separate the pure from the lustful side of the female psychosis. After she has an unsuccessful experiment with a female client named Martine, which drove her patient to insanity and to a mental hospital, Jackie tries part of the serum on herself and becomes her lustful alter ego Heidi Hyde; a voracious lesbian who prowls the streets of L.A. after dark looking for carnal pleasures.
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Plot Summary
Miles Elliot, a seemingly ordinary man, feels dissatisfied with his life and career. He stumbles upon a mysterious spa that promises to make him a better person. Unbeknownst to him, the procedure involves cloning him and replacing the original with a 'better' version, leading to a bizarre existential crisis as he confronts his duplicate.
Critical Reception
Living With Yourself received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its unique premise, comedic timing, and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Paul Rudd and Desmin Gleeson who play multiple versions of the same character. The show was noted for its blend of humor and existential exploration.
What Reviewers Say
- The show brilliantly explores themes of self-improvement and identity through its clever cloning premise.
- Paul Rudd and Desmin Gleeson deliver stellar performances, effectively portraying contrasting versions of the same character.
- A thought-provoking and humorous series that successfully balances its sci-fi elements with relatable human struggles.
Google audience: Viewers appreciated the show's original concept and the humor derived from the characters' existential dilemmas. Many enjoyed the dual performances and found the series to be entertaining and engaging, though some wished for more resolution.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy for Paul Rudd. Received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Music Composition for a Series.
Fun Fact
The show cleverly uses different hairstyles and subtle acting nuances to distinguish between the various versions of Miles Elliot portrayed by Paul Rudd and Desmin Gleeson.
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