Television: Don’t expect authenticity from Shonda Rhimes, just eminently snackable entertainment
"The Residence," a new dramedy from "Bridgerton" creator Shonda Rhimes, is a "Knives Out"-meets-"All The President's Men" whodunit set in a fictionalized White House. The show, based on Kate Andersen Brower's book, features a quirky consulting detective investigating the death of the chief usher and stars Uzo Aduba in a role reminiscent of Benoit Blanc. The series prioritizes fast edits and stunt cameos over authentic political commentary.