Love, Nina
Love, Nina

Love, Nina

2016TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

Twenty years old and from Leicester, Nina moves to North London in 1982, to care for the two young boys of a working single mother, George, the editor of a London literary review.

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: Nick MurphyGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Set in the late 1980s, Love, Nina follows the experiences of Nina, a young woman from the North of England who moves to London to work as a nanny for a glamorous, bohemian family. Through her letters to her sister, Nina chronicles her observations of their unconventional lifestyle, intellectual discussions, and often chaotic domestic life.

Critical Reception

Love, Nina was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its witty writing, charming performances, and nostalgic portrayal of a specific time and social milieu. It was particularly noted for its sensitive handling of Nina's adjustment to a new environment and her insightful observations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp, observational humor and authentic dialogue.
  • Appreciated for its nuanced portrayal of a young woman navigating a new world.
  • Lauded for its charming performances and nostalgic 1980s London setting.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available.

Fun Fact

The series is based on the collection of letters written by Nina Stibbe to her sister, detailing her time as a nanny in London.

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Peter McGinn

Peter McGinn

Love, Nina is listed here as a drama, but it has definite comic elements. I would go so far as to call it a comedy. Perhaps it is listed as a drama because it does include a few adult themes, though not explicitly so. I was really charm...