Angela Black
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Angela Black
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A Lot or a Little?
The parents' guide to what's in this TV show.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Angela Black is a suspenseful drama about a woman navigating her survival in an abusive relationship. There are scenes of domestic violence, on and off-screen. There are animal-related blood and gore scenes: animal carcasses, a dog bites a woman, a dog is euthanized on screen. In general, characters are in unsettling situations most of the time. The focal relationship is graphically violent and unhealthy. Language includes "f--k" and insults like "whore." Adults frequently drink alcohol to cope, some characters lash out in intoxication, and there is frequent smoking.
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What's the Story?
ANGELA BLACK (Joanne Froggatt) plays many roles in her life: a doting mother, kennel worker, and loving wife. Except that her marriage to hot-tempered Olivier Meyer (Michiel Huisman) comes to a head, pushing Angela to come to terms with the abusive relationship. When she tries to take back control of her life, private investigator Ed Harrison (Samuel Adewunmi) reveals a web of mystery, secrets, and lies that block her path to freedom. But can Angela trust Ed? Can she trust anyone? What will she have to do to fend for her sons, safety, and sanity?
Is It Any Good?
A high level of suspense and relentless deception carries a feeling of anxiety and distress throughout each episode of this mystery series. Angela Black also adds disturbing animal motifs that will definitely leave viewers on the edge of their seats to find out what happens next, though some character motives do seem a bit weak at times. Froggartt and Huisman bring a distressing quality to their characters that play eerily well, but the relationship between Angela and Olivier can be intense, visceral, and disturbing for younger viewers.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how Angela Black portrays marriage. What words would you use to describe Angela and Olivier's marriage? What circumstances does Angela face trying to navigate this relationship?
The characters in Angela Black are mistrustful of each other and frequently lie. Sometimes it's done in name of saving face or keeping the peace. Does this seem necessary? What are the effects of lying to keep the peace? Is it ever necessary?
TV Details
- Premiere date: February 7, 2022
- Cast: Joanne Froggatt, Michiel Huisman, Samuel Adewunmi
- Network: Spectrum
- Genre: Drama
- TV rating: TV-14
- Last updated: February 28, 2022
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