Netflix fans are heaping praise on a psychological thriller series that boasts a flawless 100 percent Rotten Tomatoes score, recently added to the streaming giant's roster. Some have even hailed it as the 'best series ever'.
The buzz began in the Facebook group Netflix Bangers after a member sought recommendations, as reported by the Mirror. The series in question, Fauda, which premiered in 2015, chronicles the intense exploits of an Israeli soldier who embarks on an undercover mission to capture a terrorist he believed he'd already killed.
Viewers have lauded its gripping narrative and production values. One viewer insisted: "You won't stop watching till the end," while others branded it a "brilliant series" that the original poster should "100% watch".
The cast includes Lior Raz, Doron Ben-David, Boaz Konforty, Laetitia Eido, and Tomer Capone among others.
Shot in Kafr Qasim, the series draws from the real-life experiences of creators Raz and Issacharoff during their service in the Israel Defense Forces. Fauda, offering dialogue in both Hebrew and Arabic, is globally accessible on Netflix.
The official synopsis for the show reads: "After retiring from the Israel Defense Force, Doron is working on a vineyard. He gets roped back into active duty, though, upon learning that an enemy who Doron thought his unit had killed is still alive and plans on attending his brother's wedding.
"Doron rejoins the IDF team with the intention of going under cover at the wedding, but the plan goes awry when the team's cover is blown. That sets into motion a chaotic chain of events and leads IDF into a manhunt to locate and kill the squad's target."
The show received a perfect Rotten Tomatoes score from critics. The Decider's Jonathan Beecher Field said Fauda "shares The Wire's empathy for characters on both sides of a violent conflict" while Globe and Mail's John Doyle wrote: "It's a doozy of a political action thriller, a grabber from the get-go, and wildly compelling."
Meanwhile, Netflix fans are excited to watch an Elisabeth Olsen-fronted movie after the emotional trailer was released.
The film, called His Three Daughters, promises to be a heart-wrenching journey as it follows the story of three estranged sisters who come together during their father's last days to resolve past conflicts. Elizabeth portrays Christina, alongside Carrie Coon as Katie and Natasha Lyonne as Rachel.
Fans took to Reddit to express their excitement about the trailer. One optimistic fan wrote: "Emmy nominee Elizabeth Olsen soon to be Emmy and Oscar nominee Elizabeth Olsen."
Another eager viewer admitted: "Can't wait to ugly cry during this."
One comment read: "S**t that cast alone should sell anyone. 3 fantastic actresses. One on paper heart ripping premise. It's gold. I'm in," according to the Daily Star. Another viewer is already preparing for an emotional rollercoaster, stating: "Marking my calendar as 'probably cry a lot'," while another chimed in with: "Oscar nominee Natasha Lyonne has a nice ring to it."
Another fan praised the casting choice, expressing: "This casting is absolutely brilliant. Carrie Coon, Elizabeth Olsen, and Natasha Lyonne are all incredibly talented actresses with distinct styles and personalities. I'm really intrigued to see how their dynamics play out as sisters."
The film's official synopsis paints it as: "A riveting, funny and touching portrait of family dynamics starring Carrie Coon, Natasha Lyonne, and Elizabeth Olsen as estranged sisters who reunite to care for their ailing father."
