Sirens

Started off strongg but didn't love how it developed and wrapped up

More White Lotus-slop. A directionless mess, and often infuriating as the comedy is of course unfunny, which is no surprise at all. It’s baby formula, but not all of it is easily plotted in a powerpoint matrix. Some strands of storyline have some promise and since some of the acting is solid (Moore of course but also Alcock) it’s not completely unwatchable but the subject matter of these strands is unfortunately handed with immaturity and the obligatory estrogen-skewed modern worldview

For some reason I expected something more cult horror from the trailer (like Midsommar with cardigans) but it’s not like that at all. Actually more like an off brand RC Cola White Lotus than anything else (satirical antics of the idle rich, summery vacation settings, scheming and soap opera twists with arch tone, Meghann Fahy). Ending felt mildly like “oh huh that’s it?” but it’s a quick and easy binge.

This one has such a strange aura and top notch performances. Does it land perfectly? Maybe not but it still was a decent watch and an interesting story.