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My Brilliant Career review
Phillipa Northeast is brilliant as a young woman rebelling against society’s expectations in 1890s Australia. It is witty, intelligent and absolutely glorious to watch
TL;DR
- Philippa Northeast stars as Sybylla, the protagonist of "My Brilliant Career," in a new adaptation of the 1901 Australian classic.
- Sybylla is sent to live with her wealthy grandmother to be prepared for marriage, but she aspires to be a writer.
- The plot involves Sybylla's resistance to societal expectations, her ambition to write, and a love triangle with Frank and Harry.
- The adaptation incorporates modern elements, including a homosexual relationship and the impacts of racism and colonialism through characters like Nell and her family.
- The series addresses sexism through marriage expectations, inheritance issues, and the undervaluing of women's talents.