Cruel Summer (2021–2023)
8/10
Would've been better without Mallory
24 June 2021
Overall I enjoyed this series. It was slow in parts and could easily have been condensed into 2-3 fewer episodes.

I realize changing hair styles for different years can be an effective way of identifying which timeline we're currently watching, but please, for the love of all things entertainment, stop with the obvious and ridiculous wigs. Stop with the pigtails on a character who looks 35 (ok, maybe not quite 35, but Mallory definitely did NOT look like a high school student).

Speaking of Mallory... Everything Mallory NEEDS. TO. GO. I feel bad saying this since there's a real person playing her, but I. Couldn't. Stand. Mallory. I almost stopped watching because of her.

HQS, please take acting classes. Learn how to express anger/frustration better and seriously, open your mouth when you speak.

***POTENTIAL (minor) SPOILER*** In case anyone missed it, I think it's pretty obvious Mallory was in love with Jeanette and her being quick to react so explosively all the time was her trying to deal with her feelings.

I enjoyed the finale. Appreciated the wrap-up.

I'm pretty sure Season 2 will have an entirely different cast and plot. If not, I don't know that I will keep watching with Mallory in it.
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