Fleabag (2016) Review in 2025
Fleabag is a comedy-drama series that follows the life of a dry-witted and dysfunctional woman navigating relationships, family, and trauma.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
Not recommended for family viewing due to mature themes, strong language, and explicit content.
CineReview Recommendation
Highly recommended for fans of comedy-drama, independent films, and strong female leads.
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The series revolves around the life of Fleabag, a young woman who is struggling to cope with her past traumas, including the death of her best friend and her complicated relationships with her family and love interests.
Review Details
story9.50/10
The story is well-crafted, engaging, and emotionally resonant, with a unique narrative voice and a strong focus on character development.
acting9.80/10
The acting is superb, with Phoebe Waller-Bridge delivering a standout performance as Fleabag, and the supporting cast delivering strong performances.
characters9.80/10
The characters are complex, multi-dimensional, and relatable, with Fleabag being a standout character in her dry wit, vulnerability, and strength.
direction9.80/10
The direction is superb, with Phoebe Waller-Bridge bringing her unique vision to the series, and the camera work is excellent, capturing the emotional intensity of the scenes.
cinematography9.50/10
The cinematography is excellent, with a mix of natural lighting and clever camera angles, capturing the London setting and the characters' emotions.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Unique narrative voice, strong character development, excellent direction and acting, and a relatable protagonist.
Cons
Some scenes may be triggering for viewers who have experienced trauma, and the pacing can be uneven at times.
Notable Quotes
"I'm not a morning person. I'm not a night person. I'm a 'whenever the coffee kicks in' person."
"I'm not a vegetarian because I love animals. I'm a vegetarian because I hate plants."
