You'd think with the skill set of Rachel Weisz who's playing dual lead roles (twin sisters who are doctors) at least portions of this miniseries could be redeemed by her talent. You'd think that, but you'd be wrong. Ms. Weisz is given wide range to do as she pleases but in the end, it's all just too much. The show is beyond over the top, it's beyond too long, it's beyond pretentious.
This is a remake of the movie of the same name with Jeremy Irons playing the lead roles. The movie was based on real life events of twins who were doctors and were found dead in their shared apartment under bizarre circumstances. Apparently, it was almost impossible to tell if it was a murder/suicide, an overdose, or a suicide pact.
I can respect the fact that this is an adaptation a film that's over 40 years old. However, this is a hodgepodge of confusion with rambling plot lines and disorienting time lines. Adding characters that are so beyond normal they become caricatures doesn't add to the story telling, it detracts from it. Weisz is a fine actress and she deserves better.
This is a remake of the movie of the same name with Jeremy Irons playing the lead roles. The movie was based on real life events of twins who were doctors and were found dead in their shared apartment under bizarre circumstances. Apparently, it was almost impossible to tell if it was a murder/suicide, an overdose, or a suicide pact.
I can respect the fact that this is an adaptation a film that's over 40 years old. However, this is a hodgepodge of confusion with rambling plot lines and disorienting time lines. Adding characters that are so beyond normal they become caricatures doesn't add to the story telling, it detracts from it. Weisz is a fine actress and she deserves better.