Beef is a series created by Lee Sung Jin starring Steven Yeun and Ali Wong.
After sweeping the Oscars with Everything Everywhere All at Once, the production company A24 leaves us with the same sweet taste of quality comedy that, above all, has a great plot: thanks to the creativity of the writing and an interesting starting point.
Plot, characters, and a story that knows how to read itself through the comedy and character drama.
About the series
A24 seems to have found the key to “commercial creativity”, that balance between making a good movie and, somehow miraculously, not being a fiasco at the box office. And it definitely seems like that key continues to open many doors, and all of them showing a world that, behind the appearance of the ordinary, hides the extraordinary.
More or less the same thing happens with Beef: a whole world of characters whose stories are triggered by a brawl in traffic after a day of trouble for two of the characters. The story gets complicated and what starts out as a more or less dark comedy turns into a well-constructed drama.
Interesting or even very interesting, what more need be said, and of quality, undoubtedly. It bases the plot around the community of Asian descendants, now American, in search of identity and with such a great sense of humor, rhythm and irony.
Both Steven Yeun and Ali Wong rise to the challenge of purveying quality with their performances. They don’t need to be stilted or make too much fuss to be seen as the talented actors they are, because good dialogue knows how to speak, and they are perfect, natural.
A24 returns to revolve around the axes that brought it success and that still work like a charm, they continue to dazzle with this series that knows how to tell a good story, entertain, and leave that “good series” taste in the mouth that, at all times, will never go unnoticed.
A story that knows how to make the convoluted seem natural.
Enjoy it, because it is worth it.
Release Date
April 6, 2023
Where to Watch Beef
Episode List
The Birds Don’t Sing, They Screech in Pain
A run-in with a hostile motorist sends Danny into a rage — and a tense chase across town. Amy’s unexpected guest leaves a lasting impression.
The Rapture of Being Alive
An enraged Amy finds new purpose as cracks in her seemingly perfect marriage begin to show. Danny seeks a fresh start for his failing family business.
I Am Inhabited By A Cry
Danny experiences a catharsis in the presence of an old flame. Amy’s relationship with George suffers another setback. A catfishing scheme goes too far.
Just Not All At The Same Time
With her future hanging in a balance, Amy heads to Las Vegas for work while a smitten Paul and an exasperated Danny follow wild pursuits of their own.
Such Inward Secret Creatures
As George makes a new friend, Danny proposes a dangerous plan, Amy agrees to a rendezvous, and Naomi acts on a hunch.
We Draw A Magic Circle
Fumi’s pointed comments and Naomi’s meddling put Amy and George on edge. As Isaac hustles to get out of trouble, Danny receives an unexpected offer.
I Am A Cage
Amy and Danny both experience positive changes in their lives, but lingering secrets and emotional challenges force them to confront hard truths.
The Drama Of Original Choice
Painful memories of her youth push Amy to confront her family issues and marital woes. Danny spins an elaborate lie that leads him down a dangerous path.
The Great Fabricator
Danny moves from fear into panic as new crises arise. Willing to do whatever it takes to keep June safe, Amy devises a perilous scheme.
Figures Of Light
The consequences of their actions leave Danny and Amy in a surreal situation that tests their grasp on reality.
