I'm not a fan of Brie Larson, but I must admit that she is pretty good as an intelligent, socially clueless, trauma-familiar female chemist in the 1950s who brings her science into cooking. I first thought that Sally Hawkins might be better playing Elizabeth Zott, but perhaps not, as she might be a little bit sweeter, though I wouldn't mind such a portrayal, as strength comes in many forms. Anyway, Lewis Pullman, playing a world-famous chemist who becomes our heroine's professional and then later romantic partner, at least until the second episode, is good, too. As is 6:30, the stray curly-haired terrier (or is s/he a barbet?). Unfortunately, nothing in this world lasts forever. The first two episodes do a great job of introducing our main character, and I look forward to a fine season.

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