Shakell James
Staff Writer
SPOILER ALERT
Netflix’s scores a hit with “Wednesday” mystery. The series has already racked up a whopping 1.2 billion streams according to techcrunch.com, and numbers continue to grow.
“Wednesday” tells the story of the daughter of the Addams clan who has just enrolled in Nevermore Academy. While adjusting to her new school and roommate, her classmate is murdered and Wednesday discovers that like her mom, she has psychic abilities. This leads to her being privy to clues to find the school murderer.
The story is told in 8 episodes but with the immense popularity of the series, a second season is sure to follow. The series stars Jenna Ortega (Wednesday), who phenomenally portrays the modern version of the Addams kid with the utmost respect from Christine Ricci, the 90’s version of the character.
The gothic teen manages to make a few friends along the way and love interests as well.
Brittany Scott, a freshman accounting major from Pine Bluff, Ark., finds Wednesday to be relatable.
“She was in her own lane and she didn’t care what people thought. I also loved how the series kept you on the edge of your seat,” said Scott.
JaMya Bates, a freshman criminal justice major from Woodville, Miss. liked how Wednesday’s character developed during the series stating that Wednesday began reserved but began to open up.
According to imbd.com, the show has received several nominations, including two Golden Globe nominations for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy and Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series (Ortega).
Other nominations are from Costume Designers Guild Awards, Directors Guild of America, Screen Actors Guild, and Hollywood Makeup Artist and Hair Stylist Guild Awards. This consists of CDG Award for Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Television, DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Comedy Series, Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series, and the Artisan nomination.
Ortega was very serious about her portrayal of Wednesday. She learned how to play cello, took fencing, archery, canoeing, boxing lessons, and German to prepare for the role.
According to consequence.net, Ortega stated that the Kubrick stare was unintentional. She said that she and director Tim Burton established very early on that Wednesday doesn’t blink. In order to do this, she relaxes all muscles on her face.
Other costars in the series include: Emma Myers (Enid), Hunter Doogan (Tyler), and Percy Hynes White (Xavier) enjoyed it.
This short series is current rated number 4 on Netflix’s Top 10 and has graced the top 10 for over eight weeks. Wednesday has everything from comedy to horror. Overall, the show has 72 percent on Rotten Tomatoes with an 8.2/10.
If you enjoy modern supernatural endeavors and mysteries, “Wednesday” is the show for you to watch. Season 2 is not yet confirmed, but most viewers are hoping that Netflix does not once again cancel another show.
