Little Fires Everywhere

HULU | Release Date: March 18, 2020

6.3	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 40 Ratings

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ContrailApr 23, 2020

It might seem a bit superficial on surface but it's actually pretty intense. A must watch for this season.

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TVJerryMay 13, 2020

This Hulu series is based on Celeste Ng’s 2017 bestseller and the extended format (8 one-hour episodes) takes the time to allow the full breadth of storytelling. Reese Witherspoon departs only slightly from her neurotic, controlling mom inThis Hulu series is based on Celeste Ng’s 2017 bestseller and the extended format (8 one-hour episodes) takes the time to allow the full breadth of storytelling. Reese Witherspoon departs only slightly from her neurotic, controlling mom in HBO's Big Little Lies. She has the almost "perfect" family, but there are the inevitable cracks. Meanwhile, a mysterious artist moves to town with her daughter and all their belongings in a beat-up Chevette. Many issues arise when the families interact with an especially persuasive examination of racism and class in its subtle forms. There are lots of dramatic encounters and scandalous revelations that sometimes make it feel like an upscale soap opera. Washington is a standout, but the most effective aspect of this series is the potent performances by every member of the cast, including the teens. This show is sometimes slightly sensational with juicy surprises, but overall, it's somewhat provocative, well-crafted and highly entertaining… Expand

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JoshuaKlinkAug 24, 2020

The spark of a writer (like Celeste Ng) is very prevalent in Little Fires Everywhere, even if the plot seems a bit familiar and safe at times. The series' first episodes are especially captivating until one notices the tiresome formula thatThe spark of a writer (like Celeste Ng) is very prevalent in Little Fires Everywhere, even if the plot seems a bit familiar and safe at times. The series' first episodes are especially captivating until one notices the tiresome formula that plagues each episode's mood. That, coupled with the troubling justifications of characters' decisions that take centre stage towards the second half of the series, make the series' development especially painful to watch. Nonetheless, Reese Witherspoon does her best to deliver an interesting character; not the same can be said for Kerry Washington's monotonous portrayals.… Expand

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ginger_critiqueMay 20, 2020

First, I haven't read the book. I'm just learning this mini-series was inspired by a book. I'm actually happy to be in a position to leave a review not tainted by the expectations from a previous read. I'm not sure how some critics do thatFirst, I haven't read the book. I'm just learning this mini-series was inspired by a book. I'm actually happy to be in a position to leave a review not tainted by the expectations from a previous read. I'm not sure how some critics do that and stay relevant to the people reading their bias reviews. This series is really good. All of the acting is perfect for the various plots running through these episodes. Kerry sometimes comes off as a bit much, but I honestly think this is her authentic personality - acting wise. Reese Witherspoon is a long time favorite of mine so I was surprised to feel so tired of her character toward the last 4 episodes. Her acting is so on point in LFE that I started to believe she really is the disconnected, self-centered, narcissistic perfectionist she wants viewers to believe she is. Normally I resent shows that play too hard on the race card. However, I kept watching despite some of the misunderstanding between Elena & Mia feeling contrived and forced. As the story unfolds the writers do a good job of keeping us reeled in to what transformed into straight, heartbreaking, drama. All of it was believable unfortunately because people really do spend too much of their energy thinking about race. From that mindset we have Mia's unwarranted suspicion of this white family. To the point where she becomes a maid to watch over her daughter. Okay, got it. But it gets really good when we learn how Mia got pregnant & where this fits in the story with baby Ming Lee. We get to see an excellent depiction of the horrible handling of a family court case. This is nothing new in America, but what shocked me was the verdict. In most cases, the best interest of a child is with the mother so we provide any resources we feel can help to make sure this stays the case. As one would expect, this verdict set off a bomb that would explode in places we didn't expect. Overall this is a very good series, believable and has some of the best teen actors out there in it. Of course Izzy is an incredible character with more depth than her shallow mother can stand. Families are mostly dysfunctional & as Mia said on the stand "we all struggle, it's just that money can cover it up making wealthier people appear more stable." No truer statement could have been made. I recommend this series if for no other reason than to remind us that we have work to do - and there is nothing worst than treating others as an extension of yourself. Our kids are not us, our neighbors are not us, not everyone want to or can be exactly who we want them to be - and when we realize this truth, it's not a good idea to judge harshly or put your head up your #ss like Elena, or risk having your home burnt down to the ground with you in it.… Expand

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EMDRJun 7, 2020

I loved the characters on this show. Absolute Must See whit incredible Actors!

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