Netflix's 'My Brilliant Career' Miniseries Sparks Debate

Netflix has managed to dig up another critical hit, one currently sitting at #5 on its top 10 list, in third place, if we eliminate true crime and WWE shows. The series has a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes critic review score, but audiences do seem to disagree a bit, albeit with limited reviews in.

My Brilliant Career: A Tale of Independence & Agency

The show is based on a novel written all the way back in 1901 and follows a headstrong farm girl who dreams of pursuing a writing career in 1900 Australia. Her fierce desire for independence clashes with society's and her family's expectations.

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Audiences, at least so far, have separated themselves from critics quite dramatically, giving the show a 55% audience score. But they are kinder over at IMDb, where instead the series has a much better 6.9/10.

Lead Actress Philippa Northeast Speaks Out on Relevance

Philippa Northeast, the show's lead, is frequently cited as a standout. In a recent interview, she expressed her pride in bringing this story to light and its relevance for modern times, particularly for young women fighting for independence and agency.