Tiny Beautiful Things
Tiny Beautiful Things

Tiny Beautiful Things

2020Movie90 minEnglish

In this play based on the book Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed, Sugar is an anonymous online advice columnist—later revealed to be Strayed—who thousands of people have turned to for words of wisdom, honesty and hope. At first unsure of herself, Sugar finds a way to weave her own life experiences together with the deep yearning and real problems of her readers, creating a beloved column about the monstrous beauty, endless dark and glimmering light at the heart of being human.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic66/100
Google Users85%
Director: N/A (TV Series)Genres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

Based on Cheryl Strayed's advice column and book, this series follows Clare Dee, a woman who becomes an anonymous, wildly empathetic, and very blunt advice columnist named "Sugar." As she navigates her own messy life, she helps readers confront their deepest struggles and challenges, finding wisdom and connection in the process. The show blends humor and heartfelt drama as it explores themes of love, loss, family, and self-discovery.

Critical Reception

Tiny Beautiful Things garnered positive reviews, with critics praising Kathryn Hahn's performance and the show's heartfelt, relatable approach to life's difficulties. While some noted its similarity to other advice-driven narratives, the series was largely commended for its emotional depth and insightful exploration of human connection.

What Reviewers Say

  • Kathryn Hahn delivers a powerful and nuanced performance as the advice columnist.
  • The series is praised for its emotional honesty and relatable exploration of life's challenges.
  • While occasionally formulaic, the show effectively blends humor and drama.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the show's heartwarming and relatable stories, with many highlighting Kathryn Hahn's captivating performance. Audiences found the advice given by the protagonist insightful and encouraging, though some wished for more unique plot resolutions.

Fun Fact

The series is based on the real-life experiences and writings of Cheryl Strayed, author of the bestselling memoir 'Wild'.

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