She's Gotta Have It (2017)

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Nov 23, 2017
Season #: 2, 1
User Score
4.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 55 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 55
  3. Negative: 23 out of 55
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  1. Indiefilmlover
    Dec 5, 2017
    7
    The first season of "She's Gotta Have It" is neither "must see TV" or unwatchable dreck. It's stuck somewhere in between with glimpses of brilliance and a lot of filler. The problem is that showrunner Spike Lee can't seem to decide if he wants to do a light comedy about a sexually free woman (like his 1986 film on which the series is based) or a more somber exploration of modern dayThe first season of "She's Gotta Have It" is neither "must see TV" or unwatchable dreck. It's stuck somewhere in between with glimpses of brilliance and a lot of filler. The problem is that showrunner Spike Lee can't seem to decide if he wants to do a light comedy about a sexually free woman (like his 1986 film on which the series is based) or a more somber exploration of modern day sexuality, racism, sexism, and gentrification. Most of the episodes are at least mildly entertaining, but flash by without leaving much of an impact. Here lies the second problem which runs through most of Spike Lee's extensive catalog -- lack of structure and insufficiently developed story-lines. What the series does have are humorous bits and a much needed examination of contemporary social issues. The attractive cast led by DeWanda Wise takes a while to find its rhythm, but shows promise if both Netflix and Spike Lee agree to continue the series. Many of the elements are already in place for a great show, if Lee and his cadre of writers can figure out what to do with them.… Expand
  2. JessicaRobyn
    Apr 20, 2019
    8
    I found season one of She's Gotta Have It to have some fantastic character driven story telling. I felt pulled into Nola's world and loved seeing a female character really dictating her own story within the narrative.
  3. AndreaMonetDogs
    Nov 24, 2017
    8
    this she gotta have it. this she had it. this she recommends this to other shes. I live my life by taking what i feel i have a right to and so should you #andreamonet ftw

Awards & Rankings

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#56 Best TV Season of 2017
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#69 Most Shared TV Season of 2017

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. RogerEbert.com
    Reviewed by: Nick Allen
    Nov 29, 2017
    80
    As the show explores Nola's life and choices at its own pace, there’s a sustainable, lingering quality, even when certain subplots drag, or the filmmaking pushes the idea of “raw” right next to the idea of plain clumsy.
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  2. Boston Herald
    Reviewed by: Mark A. Perigard
    Nov 27, 2017
    67
    She’s Gotta Have It proves a charismatic cast can make a shaky premise watchable.
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  3. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Lorraine Ali
    Nov 27, 2017
    50
    The series is co-created and executive produced by Lee’s spouse, Tonya Lewis Lee, and the majority of the episodes were written by women such as Radha Blank and Lee's sister, Joie Lee, who also plays Nola's mother. Despite their input, Nola feels like a projection from the male perspective rather than a character created and informed by women.
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