

Eye Candy
Tech genius Lindy, convinced by her roommate to begin online dating, begins to suspect that one of her mysterious suitors may be a deadly cyber stalker. When her friends at the elusive cyber-police uncover a potential serial killer in Manhattan, all signs point to one of Lindy’s dates. Teaming up with this band of hackers Lindy works to solve the murders while unleashing her own style of justice on the streets of New York City.
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Plot Summary
In New York City, a young and ambitious computer programmer, Lindy Sampson, is persuaded by her friends to explore the dating world after a year of focusing on her career. She becomes entangled with a dangerous and mysterious online stalker, whose actions escalate from unsettling messages to a perceived threat of physical harm. As the lines between online and reality blur, Lindy must use her tech skills to uncover the stalker's identity before it's too late.
Critical Reception
Eye Candy received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some praised its initial suspense and Victoria Justice's performance, many criticized its predictable plot, over-the-top melodrama, and reliance on familiar thriller tropes. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some enjoying the suspenseful elements and others finding it less compelling than anticipated.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its attempts at suspense and the lead performance.
- Criticized for its predictable plot twists and reliance on cliché thriller elements.
- Found to be a somewhat shallow exploration of modern cyber threats.
Google audience: Google users found the series to be a moderately entertaining thriller, with many appreciating the suspenseful nature and the visual style. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the plot became convoluted and the characters lacked depth, leading to a less satisfying overall experience.
Fun Fact
The series was based on a 2014 novel of the same name by Marisa Paiva and Tommy Dunne, who also served as executive producers for the show.
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