Mistresses
Meet Savi, a successful career woman working toward the next phase in her life—both professional and personal—simultaneously bucking for partner at her law firm while she and her husband, Harry, try to start a family of their own. Savi's free-spirited and capricious baby sister, Josselyn, couldn't be more different—living single, serial dating and partying, and regularly leaning on her big sister along the way. Their common best friend, April, a recent widow and mother of two, is rebuilding her life after tragedy and learning to move forward, with the support and guidance of her closest girlfriends. And friend Karen, a successful therapist with her own practice, reconnects with the girls after her involvement in a complicated relationship with a patient goes far too deep.
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Plot Summary
This American adaptation of the British series follows the scandalous lives of four friends in their thirties navigating the complexities of love, sex, and friendship. The series delves into their relationships, infidelity, secrets, and the emotional fallout that ensues as they juggle careers, romance, and family.
Critical Reception
Mistresses received mixed to negative reviews during its run, with critics often citing its melodramatic storylines, predictable plots, and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated its exploration of female friendships and sexual dynamics, many found the show to be overly soapy and lacking substance.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its focus on female friendships and the exploration of modern relationships.
- Criticized for its predictable and often outlandish plot twists.
- Character development was often seen as shallow, leading to a lack of viewer investment.
Google audience: Audience reception for Mistresses was generally lukewarm. Viewers found the show entertaining as a guilty pleasure, appreciating the dramatic relationships and the escapism it offered. However, many also expressed frustration with the repetitive nature of the plotlines and the characters' often questionable decisions, leading to a split opinion on its overall quality.
Fun Fact
The show is an adaptation of a British series of the same name, which aired from 2008 to 2010 on BBC One.
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