“Normal People”: Lose yourself to Connell and Marianne
This is the kind of show that makes me want to write poetry.
Romance
“Outlander”— The Importance of Different Perspectives
where to watch: Netflix when to watch: when you’re looking to escape into another world (so, NOW). when you’re ready for some epic romance. and some drama. you should note: Based on the books by Diana Gabaldon; female writers and directors! tl;dr: During a trip to Scotland with her husband, a WWII nurse gets transported back to the Highlands in the 1780s. …
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“Most Beautiful Thing”–Criminally Underrated
where to watch: Netflix when to watch: when you want eye candy; when you are ready for some mostly lighthearted drama; when you are ready for subtitles (though there is also dubbing) you should note: Created and written by a mix of women and men, but definitely female-driven; definitely feminist. Renewed for Season 2 which …
“Home for Christmas”: delightful lighthearted festive romance!
where to watch: Netflix when to watch: When you’re looking for a cute rom-com with a touch of Christmas. you should note: This show is in Norwegian. You can watch it dubbed or with subtitles, I watched it with subtitles. Co-directed by a woman! Highly bingeable. tl;dr: A delightful Norwegian rom-com about satisfying your family …
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Escape gray skies for the sunny English countryside with “Doctor Thorne”!
where to watch: Amazon Prime when to watch: When you want a good old British period drama that isn’t a multi-year commitment you should note: Easily bingeable. It’s only 4 episodes! tl;dr: As “British period drama” as it gets: an aristocratic family on the verge of ruin, their handsome heir, and a stunning girl with no fortune… After a brief …
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“Modern Love”: Idealistic, but Beautiful
where to watch: Amazon Prime when to watch: When you want to cry happy tears you should note: this series was developed by John Carney, who is behind the movies Sing Street and Once, as well as Begin Again, which I absolutely adore. tl;dr: “Modern Love” ultimately decides to take an idealized, movie-version look at …
A True Hidden Gem: “Lovesick”
where to watch: Seasons 1-3 on Netflix when to watch: When you want an adorable rom com tv-series with ridiculous characters you should note: Sadly, it wasn’t renewed after Season 3. Definitely still worth watching though!! tl;dr: If you like romantic comedies, and especially if you like British romantic comedies, watch this funny, sweet series. …
Slightly Silly, but Completely Adorable: “The Hook Up Plan”
where to watch: Season 1 is on Netflix. when to watch: When you want a cute little rom-com series with lots of fun characters. And you’re not too tired to read subtitles if you don’t speak French. you should note: Co-created by a woman, Noemie Saglio. She also directed four episodes. The protagonist is mixed …
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My First Rec: Jane the Virgin
where to watch Seasons 1-4 available on Netflix. Season 5 expected on Netflix Aug 8! when to watch Anytime you’re in the mood for something not too serious—but don’t be fooled, Jane the Virgin can definitely make you cry tl;dr Jane the Virgin is expertly crafted, features awesome strong female characters, crazy crime plots, a …