Margo's Got Money Troubles S1 — 3/5
An odd combination of lightness within a subject that can polarize. I think, though, a signal of the changing times, because of the subject matter but particularly because of the lightness with which it's handled. Not just the 'OnlyFans' is called out explicitly, name brand recognition, but that the show largely doesn't feel judgemental towards her choice, despite characters being shocked here or there. We get naked now, we show our penises and vaginas, what's it to you? Could you imagine this as a plot on 'The Patty Duke Show'? And I say 'lightness' and there's overdoses and custody battles and serious conversations but still, the tone doesn't dig in too deep. Elle Fanning seems like she's having fun. 30 minutes, and then put on a smile and we're on to the next hot topic. The bouts of seriousness don't carry over, they don't penetrate. I think, unfortunately, the show shows off a bit more of the conservatism I have in me about certain topics. I do kind of think doing porn can fuck up your life. I agree that sex work is work, but I'm not sure I can celebrate it all the same.
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