The Hawk: A Review of Will Ferrell's Golf Comedy
Will Ferrell's latest Netflix series, "The Hawk," is a golf comedy that follows the journey of Lonnie "The Hawk" Hawkins, a former professional golfer who is now working on the minor league Korn Ferry Tour. The show is a testament to Ferrell's love for the sport, as he plays a character who is both affectionate and informed about golf, despite his career cratering after a missed putt at Pebble Beach in 2010.
One of the most intriguing aspects of the show is the relationship between Lonnie and his son, Lance. While Lance is making a name for himself on the PGA circuit, Lonnie is working hard to get back on the tour and claim that elusive grand slam. The show explores the dynamic between these two characters, with Lonnie's dream of redemption and Lance's focus on his career.
The show also features a diverse cast of characters, including Fortune Feimster's Sam, who becomes Lonnie's caddy, and David Hornsby's Radford, a traveling companion who is often seen reading books. The characters are well-developed and exhibit a suggestion of human decency, which is a refreshing change from the typical caricatures in sports comedies.
Ferrell's performance as Lonnie is a highlight of the show. He plays a character who is both narcissistic and inclusive, with a jolly and innocent demeanor. His business with a hand stuck in a pickle jar and mangled in a car door is particularly inspired, and his use of Paw Patrol band-aids, electrical tape, and newspaper to dress the wound is a funny and creative touch.
However, the show is not without its flaws. There are occasional problems with the mechanics of the plot, and some scenes seem to contradict what we've seen before, especially when it comes to Lance's gambling problem. The climax of the show is also somewhat wanting, and the outcome is engineered, which may be off-putting to some viewers.
Despite these flaws, "The Hawk" is a funny and entertaining show that is sure to appeal to fans of Ferrell's work. The show is sentimental and juvenile, with a lot of pee and poo and erection jokes delivered with great vigor. The show also features some improvised passages that have left their mark on a quarter-century of film comedy, and the show is overall a testament to Ferrell's comedic genius.
In conclusion, "The Hawk" is a golf comedy that is both affectionate and informed about the sport, with a diverse cast of characters and a funny and entertaining plot. While it may not be perfect, it is a must-watch for fans of Ferrell's work and anyone who enjoys a good sports comedy.
