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Topics: Netflix, Film and TV, Streaming, Spain, Social Media
Ellie Kemp
Topics: Netflix, Film and TV, Streaming, Spain, Social Media
Netflix fans are binge-watching an 'absorbing' new miniseries they say is a '10/10.'
The world's biggest streaming service shakes up its digital library every so often. And while that means we must bid goodbye to some absolute gems, it creates space for your next obsession, too.
From a 91 per cent drama 'better than Squid Game' to a binge-worthy miniseries from the creator of Peaky Blinders, there's plenty to get lost in.
But if you're tired of scrolling and need a thrilling new series to get into, then look no further.
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This six-part drama dropped on Netflix on September 26 and has already garnered 34.8 million hours watched. It's actually based on a 2021 British thriller, which was led by Mobland's Joanne Froggatt.
This Spanish reimagining stars Sky Rojo's Verónica Sánchez as a woman who appears to have the perfect life on the outside.
On the inside, however, she's hiding a heartbreaking secret; her marriage to husband Gonzalo (Daniel Grao) is actually abusive.
When her old classmate Edu (Jaime Zatarain) reappears, he rekindles feelings she’d buried and offers a chance at escape.
But his presence also unravels dark secrets about her, Gonzalo, and the mysterious disappearance of their daughter Irati (Sua Díez).
The series we're talking about is, of course, Ángela.
Over on the Netflix Bangers Facebook group, one viewer who'd watched the first five episodes declared the show a '10/10,' adding: "Definitely recommend."
Others were in agreement, as one person said: "Excellent series, enjoyed watching this show."
"Yes! 10/10," another social media user wrote, while somebody else said: "Just saw this, it was good, I loved the twist!"
The buzz continued over on IMDB, where Ángela scored a 6.5.
"Visually, the series is well-crafted, with moody cinematography that enhances the atmosphere of uncertainty and tension," one viewer said.
"Combined with a sharp script and tight pacing, Ángela becomes a truly absorbing watch."
A second described it as 'suspenseful and emotionally gripping' as a third wrote hailed it 'a hell of a ride.'
"These six episodes are fast paced and tense. I was never bored and the story kept me guessing what will happen next," they added.
The series didn't rack up enough reviews to determine a Rotten Tomatoes score, but critics were mostly positive in their verdicts.
Joel Keller from Decider caveated that the show is 'an overly dramatic thriller that tries to build tension where there is none.'
But it redeems itself with 'a straightforward story and good acting,' he adds.
Meanwhile, Karina Adelgaard from Heaven of Horror noted that its storyline, focused on abuse, does get 'very uncomfortable and scary at times.'
Ángela is streaming now on Netflix.