Period drama miniseries The Queen's Gambit follows the life of Beth Harmon, an orphan with a prodigal talent for chess who makes it to the top of international competition... in spite of her personal struggles.Great design work and attention to detail means the show feels pleasingly vintage throughout the decades it spans, while Ana Taylor-Joy provides a sensitive performance of a woman spiralling into addiction in the face of success. For those seeking introspection rather than thrills. (less)1 Series / 7 Episodes - 60 mins.(more)
Like many shows released during 2020, The Queen's Gambit benefited enormously from the fact viewers were stuck at home and trying desperately to battle boredom with content consumption. With an overly drawn-out plot and action which is at times so padded it feels utterly stagnant, the series is certainly not for those interested in a stimulating watch. A conspicuous lack of sexism faced by the protagonist may also grate, and the Cold War barely gets a passing mention. (less)1 Series / 7 Episodes - 60 mins.(more)
Period drama miniseries The Queen's Gambit follows the life of Beth Harmon, an orphan with a prodigal talent for chess who makes it to the top of international competition... in spite of her personal struggles.
Like many shows released during 2020, The Queen's Gambit benefited enormously from the fact viewers were stuck at home and trying desperately to battle boredom with content consumption.
Great design work and attention to detail means the show feels pleasingly vintage throughout the decades it spans, while Ana Taylor-Joy provides a sensitive performance of a woman spiralling into addiction in the face of success. For those seeking introspection rather than thrills.
With an overly drawn-out plot and action which is at times so padded it feels utterly stagnant, the series is certainly not for those interested in a stimulating watch. A conspicuous lack of sexism faced by the protagonist may also grate, and the Cold War barely gets a passing mention.
