Red Oaks and Amazon Originals

I really love what Amazon has been doing lately with their original series and pilot series. It seems pretty based on the UK model of airing a handful of solid pilots, getting an audience response and then moving forward with those series that are deemed worthwhile. Granted, pilots are not easy to make really good but you can usually get the idea if you'd want to see more of something or not.

I caught up with Red Oaks last night - one of the pilots featuring Paul Reiser and Craig Roberts and is produced by Steven Soderbergh. There's a Less Than Zero undertone with the rich youth culture in the 80's, drug fueled partying and a bit of distance from the main character but it's more lighthearted than all that. I think I enjoy just about anything Craig Roberts is in and it's nice to see Paul Reiser finding a place as an amusing curmudgeon.

All and all, I'm all in with Amazon Pilot Season. Time to watch some more.