Uncovering the Untold Story of WWII Rescue Mission in 'Transatlantic' on Netflix
Netflix's new limited series Transatlantic is a frothy adventure yarn that explores the story of Varian Fry, Mary Jayne Gold, and the Villa Air-Bel during World War II. While the show is entertaining and well-acted, it only scratches the surface of the historical events it portrays, leaving viewers with a superficial understanding of the subject matter. The series is inspired by Julie Arranger's The Flight Portfolio, a well-researched novel, but takes liberties with the truth. Despite its flaws, Transatlantic is a lightly entertaining primer on a little-known corner of history.