I’ve seen a couple of shows and movies recently that meditate on the idea about what kids are supposed to do when adults fail to protect them. I think it’s an interesting idea to wrestle with, and this show takes it in a new direction: maybe murder is the solution! I am somewhat joking, but I don’t mean to make fun of it. In fact, I think it really works in this story.
I think this show could have benefited from being a little bit longer, but the story doesn’t feel too rushed. The actresses are all solid, and the way their characters’ relationships evolve over the course of the story is interesting to watch. I enjoyed the framing device too. I honestly think the best parts were when they were in high school, and while it stayed solid throughout there were a few things that bugged me at the end. But overall, it is an intriguing, compelling, well-written, and well acted show. The cinematography was nice as well. It’s definitely a solid thriller.
P.S. this reminded me a tiny bit of the novel OUT by Natsuo Kirino, so if you liked that book you might like this!