I get the 'noir' aspect, but something about the dialogue between the characters didn't pop as much for me. His exchange with Mallory and with Lana seemed just a beat or two off to be as funny as it could have been.

Or maybe I'm being picky. I'm still going to enjoy this season.

<-- Dave Thomas knows what's up...
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Jay: Look here homie, any nigga can get a hit record. This here is about respect.
Game: Like Gladys Knight.
Jay: Aretha Franklin.
Game: Word, I like her too.
Jay: Nigga...