The TV series The Idol received a lot of criticism from viewers. After a busy presentation at the Cannes Film Festival, the work of Sam Levinson (Euphoria) and The Weeknd received a lot of feedback on social networks. In the issue, the sex scenes are considered “awkwardAnd the tasteless, but also acting of the Canadian singer, who plays the second lead role with Lily-Rose Depp.
In meeting The GQ magazine-acclaimed pop star helps co-author the project and explains the team’s intentions to reduce negativity. First of all for the sex scenes. The Weeknd says that if the audience finds these scenes funny and not sexy enough, that’s okay:
“There is nothing sexual about these scenes. When we take Basic Instinct as a point of reference, we first take Paul Verhoeven. And he is the king of the nineties satirical thriller. Yes, there are some sexy moments in his movies, but there are other moments that are just as awkward and hilarious..”
As for his own character, Tedros, whose viewers criticize him for lacking a certain charisma, The Weeknd proves once again that he’s willing. “In fact, there is nothing mysterious and hypnotic about it, begins the international star. And it’s a likely choice with his looks, his clothes, his hair… this guy is a jerk. You can clearly see that appearance is important to him and he believes in style. (…) He passes on the loser.”
Is society desensitized to sarcasm? an idol ? That’s what The Weeknd proves. If the audience on HBO is not equal, the series was still watched by more than 3.6 million viewers during the week. This is more than Euphoria (3.3 million) and White Lotus (3 million).
Idol is available on Prime Via via Warner Pass.
Source: Allocine
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