Tiny Beautiful Things
Emotional journey through an advice columnist's life
About Tiny Beautiful Things
Released: 2023
Platform: Hulu
Rating: TVMA
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Cast
Kathryn Hahn, Quentin Plair, Sarah Pidgeon, Tanzyn Crawford, Merritt Wever
About Tiny Beautiful Things
'Tiny Beautiful Things' is a touching and enlightening TV series released in 2023, bringing to life the best-selling collection by Cheryl Strayed. The TVMA-rated show centres its story around Clare, wonderfully portrayed by Kathryn Hahn, whose life is in meltdown when she takes up an unexpected role as an advice columnist, 'Dear Sugar'. With her marriage on the brink of collapse, her relationship with her daughter under strain, and her writing career at a standstill, Clare embarks on a cathartic journey as she turns personal adversity into inspiration. Guided by the life dilemmas of her readers, Clare revisits her own life's ups and downs. In the process, she unveils thought-provoking moments of beauty, struggle, and humour.
Making / Production
The production of Tiny Beautiful Things took place in several nostalgic settings, effectively bringing out the myriad emotions intertwined in the plot. The attention to detail in production design, costume, and makeup ensured that the time-lines in Clare's life-evoking past experiences were portrayed faithfully. The mastery in direction, writing, and cinematography has brought to life a heartwarming narrative that touches upon grief, survival, and resilience.
Actors
- Kathryn Hahn (Clare): With her stellar performance, Kathryn Hahn breathed life into the character of Clare. Her nuanced interpretation of a woman on the edge of collapse yet finding in herself the strength to inspire others is noteworthy.
Trivia / Interesting Facts about it
- The series is based on Cheryl Strayed's best-selling collection, which was originally published in 2012.
Awards
At the time of this writing, there are no specific awards mentioned for the series. However, the profound storyline and brilliant performances, especially by Kathryn Hahn, make it a strong contender for future accolades.
Quotes
- "We are not beyond rescue, it's our stories that can ultimately save us."
Music, Soundtrack
- The suspenseful background score and the selective inclusion of songs intricately woven into the narrative enhance the emotional connection with the storyline. The music and soundtrack play an integral role in making 'Tiny Beautiful Things' a complete sensory experience.
About Tiny Beautiful Things
Tiny Beautiful Things explores life's complexities through an advice columnist's compassionate lens, sparking learning and growth in surprising ways.