In this section, we highly recommend some under-the-radar series that are worth watching. These series may not have gained mainstream popularity, but they are certainly not any less excellent. Here, we kick off with the 2018 HBO series “Sharp Objects”. This miniseries was limited to only one season, with no plans for a second, as it was designed with a predetermined number of episodes. The series is based on Gillian Flynn’s debut novel and features Amy Adams as the lead character, Camille Preaker.
Camille Preaker is a crime journalist who has recently been released from a psychiatric stay, but still struggles with self-harm and a drinking problem. When a series of young girls are murdered in her hometown of Wind Gap, Missouri, she returns home to investigate and is faced with her past demons. The relationship between Camille and her mother Adora is strained and filled with tension, leading the viewer to believe that a disturbing event must have occurred between them in the past. With Detective Willis, Camille delves into the dark corners of her past to uncover the truth behind the murders.
The series masterfully balances the gloomy and desolate small-town mood with aesthetically pleasing detail shots. From Camille’s lined-up vodka bottles to the intense smoke scenes, every aspect of the series is beautifully executed. The tension level remains high until the final episode, and the outstanding character development, fueled by Amy Adams’ remarkable acting performance, elicits empathy and identification with the main character.
You can now buy the series at a discounted price on Amazon Prime.
