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Raised by Wolves
Set on a Wolverhampton council estate, Raised By Wolves is modern day reimagining of the childhood of Caitlin Moran and her brothers and sisters. Single-mum Della lives in a three bedroom council house with Germaine, Aretha, Yoko, Mariah, Wyatt and baby Cher. She is attempting to raise the children by herself, but does have visits from Grampy, who likes to come around to dispense his wisdom to his grandchildren.
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Plot Summary
In the distant future, two androids, Mother and Father, are programmed to raise human children on a virgin planet called Kepler-22b after Earth has been destroyed. As they attempt to establish a new colony of humans, they encounter unforeseen challenges and threats, forcing them to question their own programming and the nature of humanity itself. The series explores themes of faith, atheism, artificial intelligence, and the struggle for survival in a harsh, alien environment.
Critical Reception
Raised by Wolves garnered significant critical attention for its ambitious scope, unique visual style, and thought-provoking philosophical themes. While some critics found the narrative occasionally dense or convoluted, the performances, particularly from Amanda Collin as Mother, were widely praised. The series was lauded for its originality and its willingness to delve into complex ideas about religion, science, and the future of humanity.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its visually stunning and unique world-building.
Commended for its ambitious philosophical and religious themes.
Noted for strong performances, especially from the lead actress.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the show's unique premise and its exploration of deep philosophical questions. Many found the visuals impressive and the story compelling, although some felt the plot could be confusing at times.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Saturn Award for Best Television Presentation (2021).
Fun Fact
The distinctive, unsettling movements and physicality of Mother were inspired by the director Ridley Scott's concept art for the film 'Alien'.
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