The White Lotus

HBO | Release Date: July 11, 2021

8.1	USER SCORE Universal acclaim based on 105 Ratings

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filmluverAug 17, 2021

A writer friend recommended this to me...Wasn't sure after the first episode, but it really takes flight and goes amazing places. First rate in every respect. Amazing performances all around. My favorite show of the year, hands down.

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MudgetAug 16, 2021

Haven't done much user reviewing lately. Guess I haven't seen anything recently that's moved me much. White Lotus scratched an itch I didn't realize I had. Moody and intense, this stand-alone season (the next season will presumably have aHaven't done much user reviewing lately. Guess I haven't seen anything recently that's moved me much. White Lotus scratched an itch I didn't realize I had. Moody and intense, this stand-alone season (the next season will presumably have a new batch of actors) has a lot going on without overburdening the viewer. A lot of it is dark and cynical, but nails tropes like classism, angst, indulgence and loneliness. In fact although there are a lot of groups here, almost every individual member of each group seems like a lonely island unto themself. I suppose it could be called a comedy, but if so, it's very, very, very dark. It reflects reality so well that I personally find it next to impossible to call it a comedy. The direction is masterful, the acting is divine, and the plot ... well, there are several, and all are compelling. It's almost like a Downton Abbey for the modern age - the rich and those who cater to their every whim, seen through a woke but twisted lens.

All that and a mystery, to boot. Who is in the coffin being loaded into the airplane at the beginning (actually the ending) of the series? Weave your way through these convoluted stories to find out.… Expand

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UncleWillardAug 15, 2021

Great series! Love Mike White and this is his world. I love how there are few heroes here, just as there are no real villains (except Paula. She's the devil). These are fully formed characters, and this informs their actions and motivationsGreat series! Love Mike White and this is his world. I love how there are few heroes here, just as there are no real villains (except Paula. She's the devil). These are fully formed characters, and this informs their actions and motivations throughout. Maybe what they do isn't forgivable in every case, but it's understandable. I did find Paula to be completely insufferable. Both of the young women to be honest, but her more so. She had absolutely no redeeming qualities. So much so she actually humanized Olivia and her mother. Quinn was the hero, if there was one. He's the only one who really saw Hawaii. He's also the only one with any true courage.… Expand

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PerryMDec 30, 2021

Very interesting show! I just wish they gave the middle-aged ash-carrying lady less screen time as she was annoying tbh.

1 of 1 users found this helpful10

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kirkenderSep 30, 2021

This is an amazing show. The performances are outstanding. The overall narrative and script is sharp and doesn't waste a single word. It's refreshing to see a show that clearly knows what its doing and saying. ENJOY IT

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skeletorcaresOct 27, 2021

This show had such great tension, I was nervous for every character in most scenes. I'm not sure about the ending, it's up for debate, but overall very enjoyable.

1 of 1 users found this helpful10

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92rossSep 12, 2021

I rate this show an 8. It's highly entertaining with quality acting from all involved. Even though it's an 8 for me I gave a 10 as some people give 0's and 1's. That is just ridiculous as there is no way this could be a 0 or a 1. Can't peopleI rate this show an 8. It's highly entertaining with quality acting from all involved. Even though it's an 8 for me I gave a 10 as some people give 0's and 1's. That is just ridiculous as there is no way this could be a 0 or a 1. Can't people just score things fairly? 0? awwcumon.… Expand

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frozenpinkyAug 27, 2021

This show is fun, and funny! Did not know what to expect going in, but couldn't stop watching once we started. To the wealthy, people like the wait staff and the working class are disposable... sacrificing not just their dignity, but theirThis show is fun, and funny! Did not know what to expect going in, but couldn't stop watching once we started. To the wealthy, people like the wait staff and the working class are disposable... sacrificing not just their dignity, but their life. So twisted. So dark. So crazy. So much better than Nine Perfect Strangers, too.… Expand

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BarnyJun 11, 2023

This is just a fantastic show, from the photography, scenery, character development, music, script. I have not been captivated like that for a long time. The complexity of the characters and layers to the story are just fantastically layered.This is just a fantastic show, from the photography, scenery, character development, music, script. I have not been captivated like that for a long time. The complexity of the characters and layers to the story are just fantastically layered. It's not for kids, so I don't expect anyone without life experience to enjoy it.… Expand