Annie Weisman Interview: Physical Season 2
Apple TV+ has hit another home run when it comes to striking the balance between unflinching drama and dark comedy Physical season 2, which premiered today on the platform. When its first season arrived on the service, many viewers were divided about the stark reality of the material — which depicts an eating disorder in its leading lady — but ultimately recognized showrunner Annie Weisman's (Desperate Housewives) nuanced take on difficult conversations.
Audiences also lauded Rose Byrne's performance, which allows Physical to really connect with her character Sheila (Byrne) even when she's at her worst. Season 2 has already landed her in a different place, with her aerobics tape earning her some success but costing her peace on the home front in her marriage to Danny (Rory Scovel, I Feel Pretty). Between the stress of family life and the demands of her new job competing with past elements she left behind, a spiral might not be too far away.
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Screen Rant spoke to Weisman about where Sheila currently finds herself on her journey to emotional wellness, what aspects of her psyche Physical season 2 will explore, and how much fun it is to welcome Murray Bartlett to the cast as another overzealous fitness guru.
Screen Rant: Obviously, I very much root for Sheila and I want her to go on this journey of self-empowerment. She's got more success at the start of season 2, but that doesn't necessarily make her feel better. Can you talk about where she is in her mental health or wellness journey?
Annie Weisman: Sure. It's a great question. At the beginning of season 2, we see her starting to accomplish some of her goals. She's starting to have this video out there;
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