Conversations with Friends

samantha_blizzard shared a tip "I watched this show on a whim and was honestly surprised by how much it has stuck with me. I didn’t know what to expect, and I certainly didn’t think it would present as psychological as it did. Even while watching, I felt frustrated and at points wanted to walk away but I kept returning to it. The story has many things I don’t usually find interest in. Somehow it were those things that kept me intrigued. Even as I try to put this into writing, to list what drew me to the story, is something I can’t articulate. I hated the show but loved it at the same time, I didn’t want to understand the ideology this story represents. The slow burn frustrated me but in hindsight it was necessary for the viewer to be able to find empathy for the characters and understand the unconventional relationships. All in all, this story has stuck with me and I recommend this show."

adrienne_aldridge shared a tip "I thought I would like this adaptation of Sally Rooney’s book bc I LOVED watching Normal People but that was not the case. It took me a while to finish this one. The main character isn’t likable AT ALL, in fact none of the characters reallyyyy are. I found it pretty boring overall and couldn’t wait for it to be over 🥴"

haleynt shared a tip "wow. i have never related to a character more than bobbi and never fallen in love with a fictional couple quite like I did frances and nick."

fred_standup shared a tip "American loudmouth character Bobbi is obnoxious, but she doesn't spoil Sally Rooney's gift for dialogue with the much more sympathetic Frances. A good show for fans of Rooney's Normal People."

kelsey_rice shared a tip "Lovely. I loved the convos, Bobbi was well casted as well as Francis. I liked the book better but I think it was casted well. The Bobbi from the show was basically exactly like Bobbi from the book. The music was an interesting choice. Joe alwyn did an amazing job of subtle acting. Was interesting to see the dynamics and complexities of adult relationships"

grace_young_111 shared a tip "Between the two Sally Rooney tv adaptations, this was my least favorite, but the book was as well. I found the plot to be a little less engaging, however, in the end, Sally Rooney writes about characters we can all identify with- those that struggle with anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. Additionally, Frances the main character, suffers from endometriosis, a disease that is not talked about enough."

sarah_wheeler_4609 shared a tip "This show is about 4 people navigating an open relationship. I started watching to peep at Taylor Swift's boyfriend (Joe Alwyn), stayed because it was actually good. The characters were believable, real and raw. I'm so sad all 12 episodes are finished so I'm watching it again."

alex_garcia_5602 shared a tip "To me, the show dragged on. I never felt any chemistry between any of the characters. Everything just felt flat and like nothing was ever actually being said or resolved."

emma_970 shared a tip "Painful to watch. Characters weren’t so much “complex” as they were self absorbed, shallow, & ANNOYING. No fun to watch at all, though the premise is up to date."