I'm just curious: does anyone else share the sentiment that Kevin Hanchard's portrayal of Art Bell is, by far, the worst performance of the show?
I think his acting makes the character come across as unbelievably one-dimensional: he simply angry all the time. And we're not talking about the "life issues underlying my personality" anger (which I would take as acceptable), but rather, the "I'm on the razor's edge of popping a blood vessel" angry.
For me, this has almost become distracting, as it is just not realistic, and prevents the character from developing any dept or sympathy. Art Bell iliteraly growls every word he says, and wears a constant hyper-angry scowl, even while just sitting down to have lunch with his partner Beth (really Sarah).
Am I being too harsh here? Do you think the wrtiers intended this character to be portrayed in this unrealistic manner? I'm curious to hear any other thoughts.