It's Bruno! Explained
Genre: | Comedy |
Creator: | Solvan Naim |
Composer: | Chris Hierro |
Country: | United States |
Language: | English |
Num Seasons: | 1 |
Num Episodes: | 8 |
Cinematography: | Seamus Tierney |
Camera: | Single-camera |
Editor: | Ryan McIlraith |
Runtime: | 12–21 minutes |
Network: | Netflix |
It's Bruno! is an American comedy television series created by Solvan Naim that premiered on Netflix on May 17, 2019. The series stars Naim, Rob Morgan and Shakira Barrera. It's Bruno! follows the story of "a man and his beloved puggle dog, Bruno, as they stroll through the streets of Bushwick, Brooklyn."[1] Bruno stars as himself, while Bruno's owner Malcolm is played by Naim.
In 2019, the series was nominated for Outstanding Short Form Comedy or Drama Series at the 71st Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards.[2]
Cast and characters
- Bruno as himself
- Solvan Naim as Malcolm Bartello
- Rob Morgan as Harvey
- Shakira Barrera as Lulu
- Johnnie Mae as Maureen
- Joe Perrino as Mario
- Donnell Rawlings as Carl
- Eden Marryshow as Chris
- Jade Eshete as Rosa
- Sam Eliad as Charlie
- Omar Scroggins as TJ
- Adriane Lenox as Jizzel
- Kathiamarice Lopez as Leslie
- Devale Ellis as Nelson
- Eddie J. Hernandez as Billy Bailando
- Anthony L. Fernandez as Barry
- Anthony Valderrama as Cuban Tone
- Katie Rich as Ranger Debecki
- David Lee Denny, Jr. as Parent #1
Production
Development
On April 11, 2019, it was announced that Netflix had given the production a series order for an eight-episode first season.[3] The series was created by Solvan Naim, who stars and executive produces. Production companies involved with the series were slated to consist of Stage 13, SLI Entertainment and Phiphen Pictures.[4]
Casting
Alongside the series order announcement, it was confirmed that Solvan Naim, Rob Morgan and Shakira Barrera would star in the series.[3]
Filming
Principal photography for the first season took place in Ridgewood, Queens, New York in 2018.[5] [6]
Reception
Critical response
The review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes reported a 100% approval rating for the first season with an average rating of 7.5/10, based on 5 reviews.[7]
Release
Marketing
On May 3, 2019, the official trailer for the series was released.[8]
Notes and References
- Web site: April 12, 2019. It's Bruno! Premieres on Netflix May 17. April 21, 2019. Stage 13.
- Web site: Nominees/Winners. Television Academy. en. 2019-07-16.
- Web site: Netflix Orders 'It's Bruno!' Man-And-Dog Comedy Series From Solvan "Slick" Naim. Petski. Denise. Deadline Hollywood. April 11, 2019. April 22, 2019.
- Web site: Solvan 'Slick' Naim on Working With His Dog for Netflix Series 'It's Bruno' and Late Mentor John Singleton. Jackson. Angelique. Variety. May 10, 2019. May 11, 2019.
- Web site: 'It's Bruno' Season 1: Netflix Release Date, Plot, Cast & Trailer. Robinson. Jacob. What's On Netflix. May 8, 2019. May 9, 2019.
- Web site: Meet Solvan "Slick" Naim, Filmmaker And Musician Making Waves In Hollywood. Rosario. Richy. Vibe. May 30, 2019. May 31, 2019.
- Web site: It's Bruno!: Season 1 (2019) . . . August 27, 2019.
- Web site: It's Bruno! See the Trailer for New Comedy Series About a Man with a Dog. New on Netflix. May 3, 2019. May 3, 2019.