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22-05-2025
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Critics Are Saying This 'Addictive' Netflix Series Is A Must-Watch For White Lotus Fans
If you're still looking for something to fill that White Lotus-shaped hole in your life after one of the wildest seasons yet, Netflix's new black comedy Sirens might just do the job. Starring Oscar winner Julianne Moore and White Lotus alum Meghann Fahy, the new miniseries unravels on a luxury beach estate, and follows a woman trying to save her sister from her billionaire boss. Also starring Kevin Bacon, Glenn Howerton and Milly Alcock – and produced by Margot Robbie and her husband Tom Ackerley – the brand new show has got critics talking, and has already been compared to the likes of The White Lotus, The Four Seasons and The Perfect Couple. Take a look at what critics have been saying so far below… 'Julianne Moore's utterly addictive cult drama is preposterously fun… This endlessly entertaining study in class and family is a witty, star-packed treat that zips through five tight episodes. Here's hoping for a second season.' 'Blackly comic wealth TV to fill the White Lotus void… Netflix's new drama starring Meghann Fahy, Julianne Moore and Kevin Bacon is no Succession, but it's still preposterously entertaining.' 'Like the mythological creatures that give the show its name, though, Sirens – especially the core trio of exceptional actors – exerts a captivating pull that lures you in and keeps you there for its fast-moving five episodes.' 'Ultimately, there's a lot of potential in Sirens. There are comedic moments that made me laugh out loud, scenes that really made me think and question a woman's place in society, and instances when you can see just how intricate Metzler's work on this story is. However, given its small episode count, the series never gets to spread its wings wide enough to soar to greater heights.' 'Despite an inconsistent tone and uneven pacing, the starry ensemble and scenic locations keep things the right side of watchable. But if it's not one to actively avoid, Sirens isn't quite as alluring as the name suggests.' 'As an eat-the-rich satire Sirens doesn't entirely work; neither does it fully pull off its attempts to grapple with family dynamics and generational trauma. But as a colourful, unpredictable slice of slightly bonkers summer escapism? Like the siren songs of Greek myth, it's irresistibly alluring.' 'At 'only' five episodes, it stays more focused than most limited series, though the tone shifts a bit…The ending I found half-satisfying, or half-frustrating, from character to character, but there are great, committed performances along the way, and I was far more than halfway entertained.' Sirens is available to watch on Netflix now. These Are Our 9 Top Picks Of The New Shows And Films Streaming On Netflix This May Ambika Mod Highlights Double Standard When Comparing Her Career To One Day Co-Star Leo Woodall's Director Of Netflix's New Fred And Rose West Doc Jumps To Defence Of Controversial Series
Yahoo
04-04-2025
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'White Lotus' Fans *Need* to Read This Reese's Book Club Pick
Like many folks, I'm all in on the third season of The White Lotus—the stunning locale, the top-notch performances and the drama, baby. While watching the most recent episode, it dawned on me: This show is super similar to a book I read—and loved—not long ago. If you're looking to fill the White Lotus-shaped hole in your week after this season wraps in a few days, I highly recommend checking out The Unwedding, a novel by Ally Condie that was last June's Reese's Book Club pick. cover: tk; background: getty images As Witherspoon notes in her intro to the book, The Unwedding opens with a woman, Ellery, heading to a luxurious resort in Big Sur, California, to celebrate her 20th wedding anniversary. The first hitch? She's there alone, following a recent divorce. And not only is her singleness at the front of her mind, there's also a wedding slated to happen at the resort during her trip. I say slated to happen because it never actually does; Ellery finds the groom's body floating in a pool. Alongside two new friends, fellow guests Nina and Ravi, Ellery attempts to figure out what happened. Then, another mysterious death occurs, and to add insult to injury, the investigation is thwarted by a violent storm that leaves the guests trapped at the resort. Like any good thriller, there are twists and turns, seemingly promising leads that go nowhere and a lot of secrets threatening to be uncovered. The similarities to The White Lotus are numerous: The setting is described in glorious detail (though we obviously can't see what the property looks like, Condie's prose brings the Big Sur backdrop to life), and the ultra-rich guests each have their own issues and potential motivations. I blew through The Unwedding in just two days and highly suggest you do the same if you're in the market for media about rich people acting up after The White Lotus ends and we wait for season four. $29; $16 at Amazon These 23 'White Lotus'-Inspired Styles Will Have You *So* Ready for a Vacation
