‘All’s Fair’ Review: Kim Kardashian Leads Ryan Murphy’s Hulu Drama
Naomi Watts, Glenn Close, Sarah Paulson, Teyana Taylor, and Niecy Nash-Betts star in the series about an all-female firm of divorce lawyers representing female clients. Kim Kardashian plays the lead role in Ryan Murphy’s new legal drama for Hulu, All’s Fair.
Performance and Casting
Kardashian’s acting is stiff and lacking emotion, failing to deliver any authentic moments. The presence of acclaimed actresses like Glenn Close, Naomi Watts, and Sarah Paulson only highlights her limitations. However, this lackluster performance matches the writing, which is equally wooden and devoid of depth.
"Her very presence, which succeeds at generating buzz and not much else, feels fitting for a show that seems to want not to be watched so much as mined for viral bits and pieces."
Supporting Cast and Themes
The supporting cast struggles to elevate material that doesn't meet their talents. The series frequently emphasizes themes of wealth and the enjoyment of making even more money, which can feel repetitive and superficial.
"It’s the other actresses, trying to sell material unworthy of their efforts, whom you feel sorry for — or whom you would feel sorry for, if the show weren’t also reminding you every five minutes how awesome it is to have lots of money and then make even more money."
Conclusion
Despite its glossy production and star-studded cast, All’s Fair ultimately falls flat due to uninspired writing and a lead performance that lacks nuance. Hopefully, the cast, including Kardashian, received substantial compensation for their involvement.
"For their sakes but also for my own ability to believe in a world that occasionally makes sense, I hope that all of them, Kardashian included, collected huge paychecks for whatever they’re doing here."
Summary: All’s Fair features a high-profile cast but suffers from stiff acting and uninspired writing, resulting in a glossy yet forgettable legal drama centered on wealth and power.