Premise: “High Fidelity” is a romantic dramedy series based on the 1995 novel of the same name by Nick Hornby. Set in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Crown Heights, the show revolves around Rob, a young woman who owns a struggling record store. Nursing her wounds from a series of failed relationships, Rob decides to revisit her “Top 5” most memorable breakups to figure out what went wrong.
Main Central Characters:
- Rob Brooks (Zoë Kravitz): The record store owner who’s questioning her romantic choices and delving into her past to find answers.
- Cherise (Da’Vine Joy Randolph): Rob’s outspoken and ambitious best friend and co-worker at the record store.
- Simon (David H. Holmes): Another co-worker and Rob’s ex-boyfriend who remains a close friend.
Themes: The series grapples with the messy, complicated terrain of love, relationships, and personal growth. It also delves into the importance of music as a tool for emotional expression and as a cultural touchstone. Themes of identity, the quest for happiness, and the complexity of human connections are prevalent throughout.
Critical Consensus and Rating: 3.5/5. While the series has been praised for its fresh take on the original material, Zoë Kravitz’s captivating performance, and its attention to a curated soundtrack, it’s been criticized for a somewhat aimless narrative and lack of depth in supporting characters.
TV Parental Guidelines Rating: TV-MA for mature themes, language, and sexual content.
Broadcast Information: The series originally aired on Hulu in 2020. It was unfortunately canceled after one season.
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