Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner gets glowing RT score with new True Story heist series

JoanThe new crime series led by Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner, has a glowing Rotten Tomatoes score when the crime show debuts on the CW. Created by Anna Symon, with Richard Laxton directing, The six-episode series centers on Joan Hannington (Turner). Considered to be Britain’s most successful jewel thief, the crime drama chronicles Hannington’s journey from an abused housewife trying to care for her young daughter to becoming a criminal mastermind in 1980s London.

After debuting on The CW in early October, Joan Has started with an 85% on Rotten tomatoes Based on 13 reviews. The Overall score breaks down to 6.90/10Although this opinion is subject to change as more reviews come in. The positive consensus reads: “Sophie Turner shines like a diamond in Joan, a modern crime drama that pays dividends with its 1980s period detail and feminist edge.“

What the reviews say about Joan

Turner’s performance is getting praise

Even with somewhat mixed reviews, Turner’s lead performance is a consistent source of praise. Writing for The AV ClubCaroline Seed notes: “While the series as a whole lacks a certain spark, it provides a strong platform to launch the next phase of Turner’s career.” This is echoed in Lily Moayeri’s remarks for Under the radarWho says: “There are a few flaws in the ’80s-based, six-episode limited series Joan, but Sophie Turner isn’t one of them.“

Zeroing in on the flaws of the British drama, which also stars Frank Dillane, Mia Millichamp-Long, Kirsty J. Curtis, Gershwyn Eustache Jr., Tomi May, Laura Aikman and Alex Blake, Some reviews cite the lack of a unifying tone And the unclear thrust of that Joan Hopes to be fulfilled. This is referenced by Lacy Baugher in Pulp MagazineWho writes: “Joan is a drama that can’t quite decide what it wants to be, often choosing the safest and least interesting way in which to tell the story of its notorious central figure.“

Still, for those who decide to stick with Joan, The visuals and style of the show are an overall source of praise. Some critics note that the crime story has a strong sense of place and skillfully evokes its era, whether it is in the hairstyles or the choice of clothing. This is evident in the debut episode, which calls to the 1980s not only with needle drops, but in the specificity of the objects that it chooses to include in the frame.

Our take on Joan

It’s worth checking out for fans of Turner and the genre

Although the CW series is not quite stellar enough to recommend to those who are not inclined to watch a crime series, there are strong elements that are worth mentioning. For fans of Turner after her time as Sansa Stark, Joan is a must-watch that gives the talented performer plenty to work with, and it’s a real-life story that’s almost too wild to believe.

Source: Rotten tomatoes