WatchingGirlbossis a fairly awkward experience given the real life events surrounding its subject.
The freneticGirlbossis a frustrating but occasionally fun show that might be too enamored with its subject.
She’s dumpster diving for bagels and sleeping on rugs she stole from a street vendor.
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Desperate for cash, Sophia decides to sell a vintage leather jacket on eBay that she snagged for pennies.
However, the seventh and tenth episodes are the strongest.
(Let’s be clear,Girlbossis not as brilliant as either one of those properties.)
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(PSA: Youneedto watchHalt and Catch Fire).
Unfortunately,Girlbosssometimes over-indulges Sophia’s punk rock antics.
There are very few obstacles she can’t overcome by just turning up the badass yet another level.
All of this diminishes the show’s dramatic tension and makes it somewhat frustrating.
Even though I frequently found myself frustrated, I kept watching the series because of its charming cast.
RuPaul steals every scene he’s in as Sophia’s sassy and hilarious neighbor.
Finally, there’s Ellie Reed, who brings some enthusiasm as Sophia’s best friend Annie.
Given the competition,Girlbossisn’t necessarily a must-watch TV show.
The entire first season debuts Friday, April 21 on Netflix.
