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Painting with John

Painting with John is an American unscripted television series created by musician, painter, and actor John Lurie.[1] Each episode features Lurie painting watercolors and reflecting on life, music, and art. A six-episode first season premiered on HBO and its streaming subsidiary HBO Max on January 22, 2021.[1] In August 2021, the series was renewed for a second season, which premiered on February 18, 2022.[2][3] The third season of the series began airing on June 2, 2023. The title alludes to Lurie's earlier show, Fishing with John, from 1991. On August 16, 2023, it was announced the series was canceled.[4]

Synopsis

Part meditative tutorial, part fireside chat, musician John Lurie shares his philosophical thoughts while honing his watercolor techniques.

Episodes

Series overview

Season 1 (2021)

Season 2 (2022)

Season 3 (2023)

The third season of the series consists of six episodes and it aired from June 2 to July 7, 2023. Lurie's friend and fellow musician Flea appeared in one of the episodes.[13]

Production

The episodes were recorded at Lurie's home on an undisclosed island in the Caribbean.[14] In June 2021, Lurie announced a second season of the show was planned and for the first time in 22 years, he was rehearsing music for it.[15] In August 2021, HBO renewed the series for a second season.[2]

Soundtrack

The series' soundtrack features music by Lurie, who was a founding member of the Lounge Lizards and the creator of Marvin Pontiac.

Reception

The series has received positive reviews from critics. Robert Lloyd of Los Angeles Times wrote "Painting With John represents HBO at its most worthwhile: arty and unpredictable."[16]Robert Ito of New York Times described the show as "a meditative and often joyful blend of painting and personal storytelling."[17] On Rotten Tomatoes, the series holds an approval rating of 100% based on 15 reviews, with an average rating of 8.0/10. The website's critical consensus states, "A celebration of art and life through the eyes of a delightful curmudgeon, Painting with John is a surprising, intimate feat of TV joy.".[18]

References

  1. ^ a b Holloway, Daniel (December 10, 2020). "John Lurie Returns to TV in New HBO Series 'Painting With John'". Variety. Archived from the original on December 19, 2020. Retrieved December 25, 2020.
  2. ^ a b Grobar, Matt (August 17, 2021). "'Painting With John': HBO Orders Second Season Of Unscripted Series Exec Produced By Adam McKay". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on August 17, 2021. Retrieved August 17, 2021.
  3. ^ "Painting with John Season 2 Debuts February 18. HBO Series". Martin Cid Magazine. January 26, 2022. Archived from the original on January 26, 2022. Retrieved January 26, 2022.
  4. ^ "'Painting with John' to End After Three Seasons on HBO". 16 August 2023.
  5. ^ a b c "Painting with John – Listings". The Futon Critic. Retrieved December 29, 2020.
  6. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (January 25, 2021). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 1.22.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on January 26, 2021. Retrieved January 25, 2021.
  7. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (February 1, 2021). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 1.29.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 1, 2021. Retrieved February 1, 2021.
  8. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (February 6, 2021). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.5.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 8, 2021. Retrieved February 6, 2021.
  9. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (February 16, 2021). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.12.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 16, 2021. Retrieved February 16, 2021.
  10. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (February 22, 2021). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.19.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on February 22, 2021. Retrieved February 22, 2021.
  11. ^ "Painting with John 06: Finding Rudolph". HBO. Archived from the original on March 13, 2023. Retrieved December 29, 2020.
  12. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (March 1, 2021). "Updated: ShowBuzzDaily's Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.26.2021". Showbuzz Daily. Archived from the original on March 1, 2021. Retrieved March 1, 2021.
  13. ^ "Media Release: Season Three Of The HBO Original PAINTING WITH JOHN Debuts June 2". Warner Bros. Discovery. May 15, 2023. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
  14. ^ Ito, Robert (2021-01-20). "John Lurie Doesn't Paint Happy Trees". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Archived from the original on 2021-01-24. Retrieved 2021-01-24.
  15. ^ @lurie_john (June 2, 2021). "I am rehearsing music tonight..." (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  16. ^ "'Painting with John' is HBO at its arty, unpredictable best". Los Angeles Times. 29 January 2021. Archived from the original on 2021-02-26. Retrieved 2021-02-26.
  17. ^ Ito, Robert (20 January 2021). "John Lurie Doesn't Paint Happy Trees". The New York Times. Archived from the original on 24 January 2021. Retrieved 24 January 2021.
  18. ^ "Painting with John". Rotten Tomatoes. Archived from the original on February 20, 2021. Retrieved March 4, 2021.

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