Richard Gadd's new series 'Half Man' premieres on HBO Max
Richard Gadd, known for 'Baby Reindeer,' has debuted a new miniseries titled 'Half Man,' now available for streaming on HBO Max in Italy. Unlike his previous autobiographical work, this fictional narrative unfolds in Scotland, focusing on the tumultuous relationship between stepbrothers Niall Kennedy (Jamie Bell) and Ruben Pallister (Gadd). The storyline delves into issues surrounding masculinity, aggression, and the impact of absent fathers, starting in their thirties and incorporating flashbacks. Critics have offered varied opinions: Lucy Mangan describes it as a 'nauseating masterpiece,' while Variety praises its quality but notes it can be challenging to absorb. Gadd began crafting the series in 2019 and has yet to clarify the significance of its title.
Key facts
- Richard Gadd created and stars in 'Half Man'
- The series premiered on HBO Max in Italy
- It is a work of fiction set in Scotland
- Jamie Bell plays Niall Kennedy
- Gadd plays the abusive stepbrother Ruben Pallister
- The story explores toxic brotherhood and masculinity
- Gadd began writing the series in 2019
- The title 'Half Man' remains unexplained by Gadd
Entities
Artists
- Richard Gadd
- Jamie Bell
- Stuart Campbell
- Mitchell Robertson
- Nandini Balial
- Lucy Mangan
- Mike Hale
Institutions
- HBO Max
- The Guardian
- Variety
- RogerEbert.com
- Vulture
- The New York Times
- Time
Locations
- Scotland
- Italy