Spinning Out

So I was a little bored and I came around this on Netflix. Thought it was going to be a light fun show to watch. Planned on watching one episode that evening Bing watched the full 10 episodes on one night. It was surprisingly good! I got really drawn into the story. I really enjoyed it!

Yes, it's full of clichés. Yes, there are characters that really doesn't need to be there. Yes, a lot of the issues doesn't make sense. And yes, they tried to tick every box of political issues in today's society.

And somehow, I actually really enjoyed watching this. Huh, who would've thought!

I loved this series! It hits on mental health which is close to my heart due to losing a friend to Suicide and my best friend being bi-polar!! Mental health needs to be talked about and this show did it and did it WELL!!! I've experienced the manic side with my friend. Way to go Netflix!! Keep bringing more like this

Netflix unleashed it's new intense, adult ice skating drama on January 1st. One of my favorite actresses Kaya Scodelario of Crawl and best known from Skins stars as Kat a bi polar champion figure skater who suffered some trauma when she cracked her skull open while doing a new move. Some time later she's been back to training in hopes of getting her coaching certification but she just can't land the move that sent her away. The drama is set at a ski resort where she works along with potential love interest Marcus and bad boy Justin a champion pair skater whose looking for a new partner. She also lives with her bi polar mother and young champion sister. As the drama unfolds we are introduced to an array of well written characters including her best friend Jenn. All of them have stories and struggles and the world is explored in a unique way. Theres also the struggles of bi polar, secret love stories, class and race struggles and more. I won't say too much because I don't wanna give anything away. But if it seems like it might interest you it's a really intriguing show and although not perfect, one I really wanna see continue.

Between the beautiful choreographed skating routines and gorgeous costumes the series shows the hardships of the sport and everyday life and family. Well developed characters with a small backstory for each main character in each episode which I enjoyed. It discusses mental health, the tribulations of race and wealth, familial relationships, sex and friendship. I really hope the show continues on to another season!