The nothingburger of Netflix’s rom-com 'You People'

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The nothingburger of Netflix’s rom-com 'You People'

OPINION: "You People," Netflix's rom-com is a nothingburger. It’s not just the comedy that’s empty. It’s the characters as well.

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