15/40
This will mark the third attempt at a television series based on the world of Okrutne namjere (1999)
Synopsis
After a hazing incident at their elite college, step-siblings Caroline and Lucien decide to preserve their power and reputation by seducing the daughter of the Vice President of the United States. The direct-to-video sequel Okrutne namjere 2 (2000), with Amy Adams replacing Sarah Michelle Gellar as Kathryn Merteuil, was originally a scripted TV series before being re-edited into a feature film. Gellar would later reprise her role as Kathryn in 2016 for the NBC pilot Cruel Intentions (2016), which was not ordered to series.
It follows Okrutne namjere (1999)
This show promised so much but delivered so little. The plot is painfully dull, dragging along without any real direction or intrigue. The characters are one-dimensional, lacking depth or development, leaving nothing to connect with or root for.
The attempts at flirting are downright awkward, especially since there’s no chemistry between the actors
The dialogue feels stilted, almost awkward, as if it’s trying too hard to be clever or engaging. It’s a far cry from the effortless charm and connection we saw in the films. Instead, it feels like a group of drama students fumbling through a poorly written play, trying to emulate the intrigue of the original and failing miserably.
The casting decisions don’t help either
The brother, for example, is completely miscast. Not only does he lack the charisma or allure that the role demands, but his presence feels shockingly out of place. He’s devoid of any sex appeal, making the character unconvincing and forgettable.