And Just Like That… I’m Defending the Sex and the City Revival

Rebooting a beloved television franchise is always a tricky task. The best reboots, like Peacock’s Saved by the Bell, use their beloved IP to explore uncharted territory, while keeping the same vibe, and even a few of the same characters, as the original show. The worst struggle to justify their existence, taking enormous swings in a lazy attempt to cash in on the magic of yesteryear. (Wait… so the teachers are Gossip Girl now?) And some reboots fall smack dab in the middle—like And Just Like That, HBO Max’s imperfect but admirable attempt at giving three-quarters of the gals from… Read Full Article