antoinenguyen

I don't get the low ratings. The show is well written and cleverly uses popular culture to form some solid comedy.

In response to the comments comparing the show to Kim's Convenience, please keep in mind that Jean Yoon, while playing Umma, was not satisfied with the portrayal of her character. She was disappointed that Kim's Convenience's screenwriters did not consider her ideas and comments when asking to improve the Korean representation of the show's characters. The representation in Run the Burbs is well done, and Andrew Phung is even more hilarious as a Vietnamese father than a Korean. The characters are relatable, and each character has their colours and personality. Their differences and ethnic background are embraced in a sensitive and humorous manner. I find the representation in this show even better than Kim's Convenience. This show was made for Andrew, and he wrote the dialogue brilliantly. He should be proud of the beautiful Vietnamese-Canadian representation he brings to the small screen. I am delighted to have heard the first "troi oi" of Canadian national television history.