12/49
Gary Oldman was originally rumored to be cast, but was replaced by Kevin Kline
Tale
It follows Catherine Ravenscroft, a television documentary journalist whose work is built on uncovering the transgressions of long-respected institutions.
series, medium length telephoto
In multiple episodes, Jonathon uses the same lens throughout the year.
Complex drama, exploration of human character, emotional urge that is very often beyond logic and reason
Such a lens would not be able to focus on close subjects such as selfies with Sasha or in the bedroom with Catherine..
Cats seem to be there for balance and simplicity
The director sometimes over-dramatizes certain behaviors, deliberately probably exaggerating them, to emphasize his point, that among the many shades of gray of what we call human character, there is a very simple will and a lot of instinctive behavior that guides us.
But yes, you need some patience and you should wait for the last episodes to see that the "book" is a work of fiction
But just as people on the show were quick to pass judgment on Catherine, many viewers here were quick to call out "plot holes" right after 2 episodes.