I was drawn to this for the same reason many people probably will be, the combination of Diablo Cody, Spielberg and Toni Collette.
I like the way the almost 'camp' portrayals of the alters contrast so heavily with the real situations Tara is dealing with. It seems a bit unnatural at first, but after a few episodes it also becomes apparent that the comedic elements of the alters also mock, in a dark way, the 'helpless/hopeless' situation Tara finds herself in.
I notice a few people unhappy that this isn't realistic enough, and I agree it doesn't ring true for what living in a family like this would really be like. Much like Superman, the way Tara can seemingly slip away and suddenly be made up and dressed up as another personality is one glaring example... but I think by so obviously being 'unrealistic' Cody is almost saying; "This Is Not Reality.. this is an interpretation written to suit a 30 minute episode format" and for me she has pulled it off very well.
Even if for nothing else, this is worth a look just to check out Toni Collette's performance.
I suggest planning to watch the first half dozen episodes before deciding if you like it though. A lot happens fast at the start and I didn't really 'get' where the other (non Collette) characters fitted in until then.
I doubt many people will ever say this is not entertaining, even if some won't appreciate the 'flippant' aspects of the writing.
I like the way the almost 'camp' portrayals of the alters contrast so heavily with the real situations Tara is dealing with. It seems a bit unnatural at first, but after a few episodes it also becomes apparent that the comedic elements of the alters also mock, in a dark way, the 'helpless/hopeless' situation Tara finds herself in.
I notice a few people unhappy that this isn't realistic enough, and I agree it doesn't ring true for what living in a family like this would really be like. Much like Superman, the way Tara can seemingly slip away and suddenly be made up and dressed up as another personality is one glaring example... but I think by so obviously being 'unrealistic' Cody is almost saying; "This Is Not Reality.. this is an interpretation written to suit a 30 minute episode format" and for me she has pulled it off very well.
Even if for nothing else, this is worth a look just to check out Toni Collette's performance.
I suggest planning to watch the first half dozen episodes before deciding if you like it though. A lot happens fast at the start and I didn't really 'get' where the other (non Collette) characters fitted in until then.
I doubt many people will ever say this is not entertaining, even if some won't appreciate the 'flippant' aspects of the writing.