The Letdown

A humorous, brutally honest depiction of motherhood

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About The Letdown

Released: 2017

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

Run time: 2 Seasons

Cast
Alison Bell, Duncan Fellows, Sacha Horler, Lucy Durack, Celeste Barber, Leah Vandenberg, Leon Ford, Sarah Peirse, Xana Tang, Noni Hazlehurst, John Leary, Patrick Brammall

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About

The Letdown is a TV drama series that premiered in 2017. Created by Sarah Scheller and Alison Bell, the show revolves around the challenges of modern motherhood. It follows Audrey, a new mother who feels overwhelmed, lost, and isolated after giving birth. The Letdown provides a candid and humorous exploration of the realities of parenting.

The show explores various themes such as postpartum depression, the pressure to be a perfect parent, and the complexities of balancing motherhood with personal identity. It delves into the struggles faced by Audrey and other mothers as they navigate through the ups and downs of raising a child.

Making / Production

The Letdown is an Australian television production that was created and produced by Australian writers Sarah Scheller and Alison Bell. It was produced by Giant Dwarf production company in collaboration with Netflix. The show was filmed in Sydney, Australia, and features a talented cast of actors who bring the story to life.

Actors

  • Alison Bell as Audrey - the main protagonist, a new mother struggling with the challenges of parenthood
  • Duncan Fellows as Jeremy - Audrey's husband who tries his best to support her
  • Noni Hazlehurst as Ambrose - a wise and experienced mother who provides guidance to Audrey
  • Leah Vandenberg as Martha - Audrey's friend who also becomes a new mother
  • Ingrid Ruz as Sophie - a fellow mother in Audrey's support group

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • The Letdown was inspired by the creators' personal experiences with motherhood
  • The show features realistic and relatable portrayals of parenting challenges
  • Actor Alison Bell, who plays Audrey, also co-created and co-wrote the series
  • The Letdown received critical acclaim for its authentic and honest portrayal of motherhood

Awards

If there are any awards The Letdown has won, this section would provide details about them.

Quotes

  • "Parenthood: The only job where you get yelled at for trying to go to the bathroom." - Audrey
  • "Being a mom doesn't mean you have to be perfect, it means you have to be there." - Ambrose
  • "Motherhood is a rollercoaster ride, but there's no shortage of love." - Martha

Music

The Letdown features a carefully curated soundtrack that complements the emotional journeys depicted in the series. The music enhances the storytelling and creates a deeper connection with the audience. Details about the specific songs and artists featured in the show can be found here.