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We live in an age where there is so much content being produced that there are inevitably going to be masterpieces that fly under the radar. Not everyone has unlimited time to watch all of these projects or the money to afford every streaming service. Attention must be paid to those shows that are forgotten, so that they may receive the praise they so rightfully deserve, and Survivor's Remorse is a perfect example.
This series produced by LeBron James certainly has an authenticity in how it explores the trappings and tribulations of being a professional athlete in the basketball industry. With an easily bingeable format, alongside a stacked cast and fascinating characters, Survivor's Remorse truly has been "unfairly buried," as one critic claimed. Luckily, there is no better time than the present to enjoy this four-season comedy that's currently available to stream on Prime Video.
What Is 'Survivor's Remorse' About?
Survivor's Remorse centers around Cam Calloway (Jessie T. Usher), a young and upcoming basketball player who moves to Atlanta on the back of a multi-million dollar deal that takes him out of the poverty-stricken streets of Boston where he grew up. Yet, while the show opens with Cam buying a massive apartment and consistently shows him and his family living lavish lifestyles, there is an undercurrent of guilt through all of it that Cam expresses to those around him. Despite his doubts, Cam is constantly generous to those around him, buying things for his old basketball coach and employing his family so they can also live comfortable lives.
However, Cam's family members are also the ones who tell him not to lean into his guilt. His cousin and manager, Reggie (RonReaco Lee), not only reminds him to be more money savvy, but also sees the potential for others to leech off of Cam's inherently good nature. With the rest of his family also acknowledging the amount of work they and Cam have put in to get him to where he is now, there is no right or wrong answer to the question of how Cam should feel with his star rising to new heights. Yet, that doesn't mean Survivor's Remorse shies away from showing how Cam's family is similarly asking him for money, expecting their cut of his fame.
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Posts By Remus Noronha 6 days ago'Survivor's Remorse' Features a Stacked Cast, Including Marvel and 'The Boys' Stars
Perhaps Survivor's Remorse is proof of how influential studio recognition can be in promoting a project. The show initially premiered on Starz, but, given its stacked cast, if it had launched on HBO or a streaming service like Netflix, it definitely would have been a far bigger show. Jessie T. Usher makes it clear to the audience why he was the perfect pick for A-Train in The Boys. Cam certainly isn't perfect, struggling with self-doubts and his own arrogance, yet Usher balances those flaws with a sincerity that shows his character is a genuinely good person at the end of the day.
The rest of the cast are all so vibrant that their characters are immediate standouts, meaning no two scenes feel the same to watch. Teyonah Parris plays Missy, Reggie's wife, as less outlandish than the rest of the Calloway family, due to her rich background, whereas Cassie (Tichina Arnold), Cam's mother, is a fiery and headstrong personality who represents the strength and backbone Cam needs. The late Erica Ash gives a hilariously sarcastic performance as Cam's sister, M-Chuck, and Mike Epps' Uncle Julius is the fun and relaxed personality the Calloway family needs, given its more energetic members. You may have several different reactions while watching Survivor's Remorse, but one thing you will never feel with this cast is boredom.
'Survivor's Remorse' Deals With Important Issues in Digestible Episodes
With 30-minute episodes that run at a brisk pace, Survivor's Remorse is an easily bingeable show that has writing akin to prestige television with its complicated characters and willingness to tackle important issues. Cam and his family have their own flaws, ranging from M-Chuck's overly sexual advances to Cassie's stubbornness and old ideas and Reggie's tendency to try and use money to make whatever problem he has disappear. However, these faults are key to offering a deeper understanding of the characters, as well as the challenges they face. Whether it is homophobia in the church, racism and exploitation, or the physical gauntlet athletes are put through in professional sports, Survivor's Remorse is also brave in its confrontation of more serious topics. Thanks to intriguing characters, tough topics, and a stacked cast, there is something for everyone in Survivor's Remorse. While it can be outlandish at times, there is a natural chemistry between the cast that adds a layer of realism to the entire show. With four seasons of episodes to get through, Survivor's Remorse deserves a proper binge, and you won't regret it either.
TV-MA Drama Comedy Sports Release Date 2014 - 2017-00-00 Network Starz Directors Ken Whittingham, Iain B. MacDonald Writers Cord JeffersonCast
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