Viewers could keep reminiscences of the surplus of ’80s New Wave hits on the soundtrack, or maybe the hoodlum with a cinephile streak who likes to kick it whilst viewing Sorcerer and commenting on the genius of William Friedkin. Having correctly alienated his fanbase with a regular stream of smug push appearances and awards-show web hosting gigs, perhaps Ricky Gervais figured he’d do well to shut up and engage in the hits.