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I May Destroy You

I May Destroy You is a British television drama series created, written, and co-directed by Michaela Coel. The series premiered on HBO in the United States and on BBC One in the United Kingdom in 2020. 

The series stars Michaela Coel as Arabella, a young writer who struggles to remember the events of a night out with friends, during which she was sexually assaulted. The show follows Arabella as she attempts to piece together the events of that night and come to terms with what happened to her. The series also delves into the experiences of Arabella's friends, who have their own stories of sexual assault and trauma. The show explores the aftermath of sexual assault and the complexities of consent.

The show has been widely praised for its raw and honest portrayal of sexual assault, consent, and trauma. It has been lauded for its innovative storytelling, cinematography, and strong performances, particularly from Michaela Coel, who drew on her own experiences of sexual assault to create the series. The show has received numerous award nominations, including four Emmy nominations and eight BAFTA TV Award nominations, winning multiple awards for its writing and performances.

A show like I May Destroy you is important at our time, because it gives a voice to survivors and encourages conversations around consent, sexual assault, and trauma. By portraying the experiences of survivors with pure honesty and empathy, the series helps to break down the stigma and shame that often surrounds these issues, and encourages viewers to reflect on their own attitudes and behaviors around consent and sexual encounters.

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BIG LITTLE LIES

Big Little Lies is an American television drama series that first premiered on HBO in 2017. It’s based on the eponym novel by Liane Moriarty. The show follows the lives of five women in Monterey, California, who become suspects in a murder investigation. It received great critical reviews and numerous awards, such as 8 Primetime Emmy Awards, 4 Golden Globe Awards, and 2 Screen Actors Guild Awards.

What makes Big Little Lies a show to watch ? What did it bring to the tv show’s world ? 

The series features an ensemble cast, with big names including Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Kidman, Shailene Woodley, Laura Dern, and Zoë Kravitz, among others. It explores the relationships, secrets, and conflicts between the women and their families, as well as their experiences with motherhood, marriage, and career.

The show was praised for its strong performances, intricate and sharp storytelling, particularly on the themes of domestic violence, sexual assault, and the impact of trauma on women's lives. 

A show like Big Little Lies is important in our society because it portrays the impact of domestic violence and sexual assault not only on women but also their families. It’s also important because it shows how difficult it can be to break the cycle of abuse, something that was not often shown in movies or tv show. It’s also nice to have women supporting women on screen, indeed, the show emphasizes the importance of solidarity and support among women. 

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SUCCESSION

Succession is an American television drama series that premiered on HBO in 2018, and it will end this year with a four and last season. The show centers around the Roy family : a wealthy and very powerful family that owns and operates a global media and entertainment conglomerate called Waystar. The patriarch of the family, Logan Roy, is the CEO of the company, and the series follows his four children as they compete for control over  the company. Succession won many awards, such 

So what is great about Succession ? Why is it standing out from all the various shows available right now ?

Succession is an addictive show, it dips us in a gripping world of corruption, greed, and self-interest, it’s impossible to look away. It’s possible thanks to the sharp writing of the series which depicts complex characters. The series can count on a outstanding performances from all the cast. The show is character-driven, and explores various themes such as power, family dynamics, loyalty and last but not least, betrayal. The show is so interesting and gripping because it delves not only in the professional lives of the Roy family with the corporate maneuverings, but it also delves into their personal lives, their inner workings, their battles with each other. 

While the subject of Succession may seems trivial at first, the series manages to exceed that. It provides insight into the inner workings of the power structures that govern society, particularly in business and politics. The show also sheds light on issues of corporate greed, corruption, and the impact of unchecked capitalism on society. What I like about Succession is that it’s great show to watch but it also encourages viewers to question the societal structures and power dynamics that govern our world, and the role we play in shaping the world around us.