Good Girls
Good Girls

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Good Girls

2016
Movie
17 min
Catalan

Two sisters navigating the no man's land between childhood and adulthood have to deal with the consequences of their actions after one of the horses of their farm loses one eye.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users88%
Director: Jenna BansGenres: Crime Drama, Comedy-Drama

Plot Summary

Three suburban mothers, pushed to their financial limits by circumstance and a desire to provide for their families, decide to rob a grocery store with a water pistol. Unexpectedly, their crime is successful, but it embroils them in the dangerous world of counterfeit money and money laundering. As they navigate this new, illicit life, they find themselves increasingly entangled with a powerful crime boss while trying to maintain a facade of normalcy for their families.

Critical Reception

Good Girls received generally mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising the performances of its lead actresses and its unique blend of dark comedy and crime drama. While some found the premise occasionally outlandish, the show was generally appreciated for its engaging plotlines and character development, particularly as the women's motivations and struggles evolved.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong lead performances and unique premise.

  • Appreciated for its blend of crime, comedy, and drama.

  • Some critics noted the show's plot could sometimes stretch credulity.

Google audience: Viewers generally enjoyed the show's entertaining mix of crime, humor, and relatable struggles of the main characters. The chemistry between the lead actresses was a frequently cited positive aspect, along with the show's ability to balance dramatic tension with comedic moments.

Fun Fact

The show was originally developed by NBC and was later picked up by Netflix internationally, which significantly boosted its popularity and led to its renewal for subsequent seasons.

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