“Funny, pertinent, and nuanced” Netflix’s Recent Heartfelt Comedy ‘Mo’ Is Taking the Internet by Storm

Published 08/25/2022, 8:00 PM EDT

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Cross-culture shows on Netflix are now becoming more popular as they connect the different worlds. Various representations of such shows can be seen on streaming giants. An example of a show is the recently released comedy show Mo by Netflix. And it is taking the internet by storm right now. Let us see how the viewers are reacting to it.

What is Mo on Netflix about?

Mo Najjar straddles the line between two cultures, three languages, and a ton of foolishness as a Palestinian refugee constantly living one step away from the asylum on the path to U.S. citizenship. Mohammed “Mo” Mustafa Amer is the creator and the lead character of the show. The show is loosely based on his own experience growing up as a Palestinian refugee. Teresa Ruiz, Farah Bsieso, Omar Elba, Tobe Nwigwe are the cast members.

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Mohammed Amer is an American stand-up comedian. He is best known for his Netflix comedy special Mo Amer: The Vagabond. The show, which is based on his own experiences and created by him, as well makes the show more authentic. He is the main character and the representative of his community. Therefore, his acting in the series is more natural rather than artificial. It seems effortless. So, the viewers could not help but connect to this comedy series easily, which is what they have to say about it.

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Did the viewers like the series?

Though containing short episodes of between 20 to 30 minutes, the show has influenced the viewers with witty dialogues, perfect music, representation of the narration, and a lot of drama. With all these elements, the most important and effective tool the show has is its humor. The viewers loved the show for its satiric and unlimited dose of laughter.

Here are some reviews from the viewers.

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While Netflix recently released an epic show like The Sandman, Mo makes everything feel a little lighter with the comedy. It received 7/10 ratings from IMDb and a 93% approval rate from Rotten Tomatoes from the audiences.

Stream the show here, and share your reviews with us in the comment box.

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Neha Chande

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Meet Neha Chande, an entertainment writer at Netflix Junkie, who has written more than 1100 articles. With a Master's degree in English Literature, Neha believes in unbiased journalism. Before delving into her passion for writing and cinema, she taught English and communication skills as a facilitator and lecturer.

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