"His & Hers" on Netflix falls flat with its generic mystery framework, unengaging characters, and absurd plot twists.
A murder mystery series starring Jon Bernthal and Tessa Thompson promised much but ultimately delivers a lackluster experience. The show's premise, centered around the story of an estranged married couple dealing with grief after losing a child, starts off promisingly. However, as it progresses, the focus shifts away from a single protagonist to a convoluted plot involving two lead characters whose reliability is constantly called into question.
The inclusion of Anna Harper's troubled high school past serves as a supposed catalyst for the murders unfolding in Dahlonega, Georgia. But this angle feels borrowed from HBO's "Sharp Objects" and doesn't quite work as well here. The tension that makes "Sharp Objects" so compelling is noticeably absent, replaced by an underdeveloped mystery that fails to deliver.
The acting, particularly Bernthal's portrayal of Jack Harper, becomes increasingly erratic as the series progresses. His character's impulsiveness and unhinged behavior feel like a crutch for lazy writing rather than a genuine attempt at psychological complexity. Meanwhile, Anna is a paper-thin caricature with motivations that are consistently baffling.
As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that "His & Hers" has no idea what kind of murder mystery it wants to be. The investigation falters under Jack's inept detective work, and his wild accusations raise questions about his character's credibility. Anna's characterization is similarly opaque, making her difficult to connect with.
The finale's twists are laughable in their implausibility, rendering the entire series' buildup feel like a waste of time. With subpar dialogue, phoned-in performances, and an amateurish script, "His & Hers" is an easy skip for Netflix viewers. Those looking for a solid murder mystery should instead opt for "Sharp Objects," "Lupin," or "Giri/Haji" on the streaming platform.
A murder mystery series starring Jon Bernthal and Tessa Thompson promised much but ultimately delivers a lackluster experience. The show's premise, centered around the story of an estranged married couple dealing with grief after losing a child, starts off promisingly. However, as it progresses, the focus shifts away from a single protagonist to a convoluted plot involving two lead characters whose reliability is constantly called into question.
The inclusion of Anna Harper's troubled high school past serves as a supposed catalyst for the murders unfolding in Dahlonega, Georgia. But this angle feels borrowed from HBO's "Sharp Objects" and doesn't quite work as well here. The tension that makes "Sharp Objects" so compelling is noticeably absent, replaced by an underdeveloped mystery that fails to deliver.
The acting, particularly Bernthal's portrayal of Jack Harper, becomes increasingly erratic as the series progresses. His character's impulsiveness and unhinged behavior feel like a crutch for lazy writing rather than a genuine attempt at psychological complexity. Meanwhile, Anna is a paper-thin caricature with motivations that are consistently baffling.
As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that "His & Hers" has no idea what kind of murder mystery it wants to be. The investigation falters under Jack's inept detective work, and his wild accusations raise questions about his character's credibility. Anna's characterization is similarly opaque, making her difficult to connect with.
The finale's twists are laughable in their implausibility, rendering the entire series' buildup feel like a waste of time. With subpar dialogue, phoned-in performances, and an amateurish script, "His & Hers" is an easy skip for Netflix viewers. Those looking for a solid murder mystery should instead opt for "Sharp Objects," "Lupin," or "Giri/Haji" on the streaming platform.
. The plot twists are ridiculous and the characters are so unengaging, I couldn't care less about what's happening 
. And don't even get me started on the acting - Bernthal's character is just a mess of erratic behavior that doesn't make sense at all 
. I mean, I like Tessa Thompson too, but here she's just a prop with no depth or development 
. The whole show feels like it's phoning in and relying on cheap plot devices to try and keep us guessing 
. And that finale? Forget about it... 
I was really hyped for this show but it fell flat 
. The mystery framework just didn't hold up and the plot twists were straight out of a 'whodunit' movie 
. I mean, I get it, grief can be a real killer 
, but couldn't they've done better with the execution? 
. The show had a good premise but it just didn't deliver in terms of mystery and character development 
. Jon Bernthal's performance was alright but his character's erratic behavior felt like it came from a script that couldn't make up its mind 
. And Anna Thompson's character, man... she was just kinda there 
. Overall, if you're looking for a solid murder mystery, keep looking Netflix, this one ain't it 
and jon bernthal's performance was kinda meh too 
the only reason i kept watching was because i wanted to see how the story would unfold but honestly it just got boring 
the writing is all over the place and the characters are more frustrating than relatable
and Anna's character... I don't even know what to say about her 
she's like a cardboard cutout with no actual motivation or development 
And Tessa Thompson is talented as hell, her character may not have been fleshed out but she still had some great moments 
The plot twists might be laughable for some but I think they were meant to be surprising and keep you on the edge of your seat 
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. And don't even get me started on the writing – it felt like every twist was coming out of left field without any real build-up or logic behind it. I mean, who comes up with a murder mystery that's basically just a bunch of wacky coincidences and convenient plot holes? 
), but honestly, it just didn't deliver. The whole "estranged married couple dealing with grief after losing a child" setup is cool, but it's executed in such a generic way that it feels like we've seen it before. And don't even get me started on the plot twists - they're literally laughable at this point 
. And don't even get me started on the acting - I love Jon Bernthal, but his character felt like he was just phoning it in 
. Maybe I'll watch one of those other shows you mentioned tho 