FOXs live-action/animated hybrid Son of Zorn shows much promise but is fairly traditional under all of the magic.
I was surprised at how conventional all of this was.
), but this is your basic divorced dad narrative.
Not everything is as detached as those opening scenes.
It hopefully will evolve into a welcome new slant on the family sitcom.
Also, as I just stated, this is a pilot.
They are usually problematic and merely a glimpse of what the shows actual voice will be.
Hes such a big ball of self pity dressed up as optimism.
Every moment from Meadows made me laugh, especially his speech about how hes a disappointment to his family.
Thats the most disappointing thing aboutZorns pilot in the end.
This looks different, but its not.
At least not yet.
That being said, Zorn, both the character and the show hint at leagues of potential.
Lets remember though that the shows title is not Zorn, but ratherSon of Zorn.
If Alan is truly going to be the focus here, the series is in good hands.
Pemberton brings such a humble earnestness to the character.
He wants things with his dad to go well, even if he fully expects the opposite.
I found myself surprisingly into their vibe and wanting to see more of them together right away.
Alans someone you want to root for.
Hopefully well get plenty of time to do so.
Id bet my brain gouger on it.
Rating:
3.5 out of 5
