Sarah Godon stands out in this contemplative, true-crime period piece.
ThisAlias Gracereview contains spoilers.
Anxious for another Margaret Atwood show?
Love historical fiction or true crime?
Polley opted not to use a writers room, instead penning the entire adaptation herself.
Going by plot description alone, one would assume that the murders Grace is accused of would be prominent.
While they are central to the show, they are withheld for longer than one might expect.
By far, though, the standout performance is from Grace Marks herself, played by Sarah Godon.
She carries the lions share of the dialogue and screen time, which is a tough row to hoe.
If youre worried about understanding her, speed is the greater issue.
Fans of period pieces, Atwoods other work, and television with a feminist slant will certainly love it.
Rating:
4 out of 5
