All articles tagged with #too much
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Variety
Emily Ratajkowski discusses her role in Lena Dunham's Netflix series 'Too Much,' exploring themes of parasocial relationships, female friendship, and her own experiences with Hollywood stereotypes, emphasizing her desire for more substantive roles and her connection to the character Wendy.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Rolling Stone
Netflix's 'Too Much,' co-created by Lena Dunham and featuring Megan Stalter, is a comedy series about Jessica, a TV-commercial producer navigating a breakup, new romance, and cultural clashes in London. The show has strong performances and humorous moments, but Jessica's inconsistent characterization affects engagement, leaving the series feeling somewhat disjointed despite its promising elements.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Salon.com
The article discusses Lena Dunham's new show 'Too Much,' highlighting its portrayal of chaotic women like Meg Stalter's character Jessica, and how it challenges traditional TV stereotypes of messy women by emphasizing chaos as a core, authentic trait rather than mere messiness, with a focus on female empowerment and representation.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Washington Post
Lena Dunham returns to TV with her new Netflix comedy 'Too Much,' starring Megan Stalter, which features a metafictional rom-com scene where a character humorously laments her romantic expectations in England.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NPR
Netflix's 'Too Much', created by Lena Dunham, is a straightforward yet well-executed rom-com that focuses on the genuine connection between Jessica and Felix, emphasizing internal obstacles over external conflicts, with strong performances and a focus on authentic, sometimes awkward, intimacy.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Slate Magazine
Lena Dunham's new Netflix series 'Too Much' explores the cultural differences between Americans and Brits through the story of Jessica, an American in London, and offers a compelling emotional core despite some superficial stereotypes. The show is seen as a potential successor to 'Girls' due to its authentic portrayal of complex relationships and personal growth.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
Lena Dunham's Netflix series 'Too Much' reimagines the romantic comedy genre by emphasizing inclusivity, diversity, and complex female characters, inspired by Dunham's own love story and experiences, aiming to reflect real life and broaden the traditionally narrow portrayal of love and women in media.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Variety
Lena Dunham discusses her new Netflix series 'Too Much,' her career evolution from 'Girls' to directing and writing, her personal life in London, and her advocacy for body positivity and women's rights, highlighting her creative reawakening and future projects.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
Megan Stalter, known for her role in Hacks, stars in Lena Dunham's new semi-autobiographical romcom series Too Much, which explores themes of love, acceptance, and embracing one's 'too much' personality, drawing from Dunham's own experiences and highlighting Stalter's bold, comedic persona.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Independent
Lena Dunham, reflecting on her evolution from the controversial creator of Girls to her new series Too Much, discusses her personal growth, the show's themes of love and self-acceptance, and her efforts to include diverse perspectives behind the camera, all while embracing her identity as a woman who is 'just the right amount and then a little bit more.'
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Lena Dunham's Netflix comedy series "Too Much" has announced its star-studded cast, including Richard E. Grant, Stephen Fry, and Emily Ratajkowski, with a total of 10 episodes ordered. The series follows a New York workaholic who relocates to London and forms an unusual connection with a man, exploring the question of whether Americans and Brits actually speak the same language. Dunham co-created the series with her husband, Luis Felber, and will serve as writer, executive producer, and director.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Entertainment Weekly News
Lena Dunham, creator of Girls, is returning to TV with her first show in five years called "Too Much," a romantic comedy series co-created with her husband Luis Felber. The show stars Megan Stalter and breakout star Will Sharpe from The White Lotus season 2. It follows the story of a New York workaholic who moves to London and forms an unusual connection with a man named Felix. Dunham describes the show as an "ex-pat rom-com for the disillusioned." "Too Much" will be available on Netflix.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by IndieWire
Lena Dunham is co-creating a new rom-com series called "Too Much" for Netflix. The 10-episode show stars Megan Stalter as a New York workaholic who moves to London after a breakup, where she meets Will Sharpe's character, Felix, who challenges her beliefs about love. Dunham writes and directs the series, with her husband Luis Felber providing original music. Production is set to begin in the UK in 2024.