Glory

I am halfway through the series and do not understand the fawning critiques. Michelle Williams though playing Gwen Verdon is coming off more like Shirley McClainr in each succeeding episode. While Sam Rockwell has me pining for Roy Scheider. Another casting missteps include the actors selected to portray Ben Veneer and Anne Reinking. I'm not expecting carbon copies but these actors lack the "it" factor associated with the talented performers. When the series focuses on the dynamics of the Fosse/Verdon relationship it is compelling and interesting. However, the musical numbers continue to sink it's impact.