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The Hindu
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Genre-fluid ‘Sirens' on Netflix explores varied, complex themes
The complexities of human beings are portrayed in Sirens, where Julianne Moore, Meghann Fahy, and Milly Alcock entrap us in Netflix's limited series. It starts off as a dark comedy, but immerses the viewer by making us believe it could be a mystery, but ends up as a psychological group portrait of the complex characters. The series is set in a beach estate owned by socialite Michaela Kell aka Kiki, played by Moore, and her billionaire husband Peter Kell, played by Kevin Bacon. Having felt that it might be just another drama when it started, it turned out to be a psychological mystery, which was unsettling at first but became a bingeworthy show with good visual appeal. Kiki (Julianne Moore) lures Simone DeWitt, played by Milly Alcock, into her coastal estate to work for her. Meghann Fahy as Devon DeWitt is determined to get her sister Simone out and escape from Kiki's controlling bond and to get her help in taking care of their aging father. Devon thinks her sister Simone has a creepy relationship with her new boss Kiki, a philanthropist and animal activist who runs the island's high society. The series is told over the course of a weekend at a beach estate. The show shows how a powerful figure can be villainized by society but the reality might be far from it. Three different kinds of women are captivating in this melodramatic dramedy. Kiki is suggested to have a magical ability to draw people to her. Simone seems to be the good-natured kid who gets allured by a wealthy lifestyle. Devon is the next-door girl who just needs a break. But who would emerge at the top? One would assume that Devon will, but the ending showed otherwise. Each one emerges from their trauma in different ways. Each character had layers that unfolded as the story progressed. In Greek mythology, sirens are enchanting creatures known for their irresistible voices that lured sailors to their demise. Here, though, a viewer would assume Kiki is the siren. But like how everything has an end, Kiki faces her end as well. It might be better to watch the show to see who emerges into the new siren. Creator and writer Molly Smith Metzler explore varied themes in this dark comedy, which is adapted from Metzler's play Elemeno Pea. Each character parts ways in three different directions, like how the Greek God Poseidon's three-pronged trident could create storms, earthquakes and control the sea. When someone is drawn to a certain magnetism, they get immersed in the new world. They reflect upon what's in front of them and act accordingly. Kiki's twist in the end, Simone's emergence and Devon's final acceptance shows that each one needs to forge their own path. If a psychotherapist watches this, they'd enjoy how each character transforms into personalities that their subconscious minds would idolize. Sirens is currently streaming on Netflix.
Wales Online
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Bridgerton's Simone Ashley 'didn't leave the house' after becoming a global star
Bridgerton's Simone Ashley 'didn't leave the house' after becoming a global star The 30-year-old actress - who plays Kate Bridgerton in the Netflix megahit - suffered from "a lot of anxiety" (Image: LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX ) Simone Ashley used to be too "afraid" to leave her house for fear of being recognised, after Bridgerton catapulted her to global fame. The 30-year-old actress - who plays Kate Bridgerton in the Netflix megahit - suffered from "a lot of anxiety" at the time, but nowadays she "doesn't care as much". Speaking to Harper's Bazaar magazine, she said: "When Bridgerton came out, those were some of the best years of my life, but I also had a lot of anxiety. "I was coming to terms with what I wanted and what I didn't, learning lessons about what really matters to me, taming my ego, listening to my heart ... life has changed and there are certain things I can and can't do now. "There was a time when I didn't leave the house often because I was afraid of being recognised. But it's a journey and I've reached a point where I just don't care as much." Simone and her co-star Jonathan Bailey - who portrays her on-screen husband Anthony Bridgerton - have shared several intimate scenes in the show, but the Sex Education star feels "very safe and comfortable" on the Bridgerton set. Article continues below She added: "It's fantasy: it's about 'What if?' and how love conquers all. "Bridgerton represents nudity with a sense of romance, and I felt very safe and comfortable in what I was choosing to show to the world." Simone recently wrapped on her Bridgerton series four scenes, and whenever she returns to the show she feels like "time hasn't moved". She said: "That show just gets bigger and bigger. Everyone has gone off to do incredible things, but we come back and it's like time hasn't moved. "Every season, someone new will join, and we're all as supportive as we can be - if they want to have a chat or if they have any questions – because we understand how thrilling it is." Simone previously quit Sex Education - in which she portrayed Olivia Hanan - because she was too busy shooting Bridgerton. Article continues below When asked in 2022 about her future on Sex Education, she said: "I get asked that all the time. No, I'm a Bridgerton girl now."
Perth Now
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Bridgerton's Simone Ashley 'didn't leave the house' after becoming a global star
Simone Ashley used to be too "afraid" to leave her house for fear of being recognised, after Bridgerton catapulted her to global fame. The 30-year-old actress - who plays Kate Bridgerton in the Netflix megahit - suffered from "a lot of anxiety" at the time, but nowadays she "doesn't care as much". Speaking to Harper's Bazaar magazine, she said: "When Bridgerton came out, those were some of the best years of my life, but I also had a lot of anxiety. "I was coming to terms with what I wanted and what I didn't, learning lessons about what really matters to me, taming my ego, listening to my heart ... life has changed and there are certain things I can and can't do now. "There was a time when I didn't leave the house often because I was afraid of being recognised. But it's a journey and I've reached a point where I just don't care as much." Simone and her co-star Jonathan Bailey - who portrays her on-screen husband Anthony Bridgerton - have shared several intimate scenes in the show, but the Sex Education star feels "very safe and comfortable" on the Bridgerton set. She added: "It's fantasy: it's about 'What if?' and how love conquers all. "Bridgerton represents nudity with a sense of romance, and I felt very safe and comfortable in what I was choosing to show to the world." Simone recently wrapped on her Bridgerton series four scenes, and whenever she returns to the show she feels like "time hasn't moved". She said: "That show just gets bigger and bigger. Everyone has gone off to do incredible things, but we come back and it's like time hasn't moved. "Every season, someone new will join, and we're all as supportive as we can be - if they want to have a chat or if they have any questions – because we understand how thrilling it is." Simone previously quit Sex Education - in which she portrayed Olivia Hanan - because she was too busy shooting Bridgerton. When asked in 2022 about her future on Sex Education, she said: "I get asked that all the time. No, I'm a Bridgerton girl now."
Irish Examiner
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Bridgerton star Simone Ashley: I feel ‘safe and comfortable' filming sex scenes
Bridgerton star Simone Ashley has said she feels 'very safe and comfortable' when filming raunchy scenes in the show. The Sex Education actor, who is about to release her debut album, described hit Netflix show Bridgerton as 'fantasy'. She told Harper's Bazaar: 'It's about, 'What if?' and how love conquers all. 'Bridgerton represents nudity with a sense of romance, and I felt very safe and comfortable in what I was choosing to show to the world.' It's going to be somewhat confessional ... and beautiful and messy The fourth season of the regency era drama series is due to be released next year, with Simone telling the magazine: ''That show just gets bigger and bigger. 'Everyone has gone off to do incredible things, but we come back and it's like time hasn't moved.' She also spoke of moving to Los Angeles by herself when she was just 18, adding: 'I was really scrappy. 'Since I was little, if I wanted something, I would do anything I could to get it. So, I took some modelling jobs to pay the bills and got into acting through that.' Ashley, who appears on the digital cover of the magazine, said her album was made following a recent break-up. She said: 'It's going to be somewhat confessional … and beautiful and messy. 'Good songs don't come from times when my life is regimented and predictable. 'They come when I am feeling vitality, and usually you either feel that way when your heart's broken, or you're euphoric. 'This work has been an amazing channel to put all those feelings into.'
Rhyl Journal
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Bridgerton star Simone Ashley: I feel ‘safe and comfortable' filming sex scenes
The Sex Education actor, who is about to release her debut album, described hit Netflix show Bridgerton as 'fantasy'. She told Harper's Bazaar: 'It's about, 'What if?' and how love conquers all. 'Bridgerton represents nudity with a sense of romance, and I felt very safe and comfortable in what I was choosing to show to the world.' The fourth season of the regency era drama series is due to be released next year, with Simone telling the magazine: ''That show just gets bigger and bigger. 'Everyone has gone off to do incredible things, but we come back and it's like time hasn't moved.' She also spoke of moving to Los Angeles by herself when she was just 18, adding: 'I was really scrappy. 'Since I was little, if I wanted something, I would do anything I could to get it. So, I took some modelling jobs to pay the bills and got into acting through that.' Ashley, who appears on the digital cover of the magazine, said her album was made following a recent break-up. She said: 'It's going to be somewhat confessional … and beautiful and messy. 'Good songs don't come from times when my life is regimented and predictable. 'They come when I am feeling vitality, and usually you either feel that way when your heart's broken, or you're euphoric. 'This work has been an amazing channel to put all those feelings into.'
