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Parents' Guide to

Irma Vep

By Ty'Kira Smalls, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 15+

Monotonous, meta series based on the classic vampire film.

TV Max Drama 2022
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What's the Story?

IRMA VEP is just the kind of role that actress Mira (Alicia Vikander) has been searching to play. Against her agent's wishes, Mira abandons pursuing a career full of superhero films and franchises. As soon as filming starts with odd director René Vidal (Vincent Macaigne), Mira juggles a whirlwind of rumors, romance, and her sense of self.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say: Not yet rated
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This series effectively captures the dramatic monotony behind the production of making a TV show, but its pace is slow. Between critiques of the film industry and the slight surrealism, Irma Vep occasionally sets a meandering, convoluted pace. The characters and dialogue can be thought-provoking at times. Overall, this series may be more enticing to older viewers or fans who are familiar with the classic film.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about the film industry in Irma Vep. How is the film industry portrayed? What are the pros and cons of being in Mira's career? Do you have any interest in the entertainment industry?

  • Mira can be seen breaking away from reality throughout the series, walking around without being noticed and sneaking around. What do you think this says about Mira's character? How does the kind of surrealism affect the overall story?

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