Season 1 – Good American Family

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Emmett B Dec 6 Well acted by the Ellen and Mark but most notably Imogen. The feelings I have towards the daughter in the first few episodes borders on contempt as she demonstrates evil and despicable characteristics. This soon goes away as the series progresses and is replaced by empathy and sadness for her, as we learn how she is treated first by her adoptivr parents and then by the judicial system. Whilst the series is a very satisfying watch, it is also very unnerving especially knowing it is based on a true story. I recommend it highly but be warned it can have a lasting emotional impact that does not dissipate quickly. See more Abdón C Nov 16 Ellen’s performance was simply phenomenal. The entire focus of the series rightfully revolves around her—every gesture and facial expression perfectly captures the emotional reality of a mother’s everyday life. What a professional woman! It feels as if the series was written specifically for her. The father, on the other hand, plays a more conventional role: an average dad, solid but not outstanding. I wouldn’t give him a perfect score because, at the beginning, he shows an excessive tendency to defend Natalia. As the story progresses, that insistence starts to feel exaggerated—almost as if he’s part of a secret plan to ruin Kristine’s life. That nuance creates confusion and, at times, frustration. As for the drama, the series avoids any artificiality or overproduction. It feels so authentic that it could pass for a family documentary, as if the cameras were simply capturing an ordinary day. That realism is its greatest strength: no Hollywood exaggerations, but rather a subtle intelligence that invites the viewer to decipher what’s really happening behind each scene. In that sense, it competes well with true-crime shows. The last two episodes mark a turning point—intense, emotionally charged, and deeply unsettling. They change the tone of the entire series, making the viewer feel as though they are living the parents’ anguish firsthand. Recommendation: Good American Family is worth watching for its emotional realism and its ability to make viewers uncomfortable with domestic truths. It doesn’t seek easy shock value—it builds from the ordinary. Perfect for those who appreciate human drama with psychological depth and a powerful female performance that steals the spotlight. See more Amy 3 Nov 11 Really well done. I did not know the true story so was on the edge of my seat for much of the season. Horror turned heart-renching tragedy 😢 Highly recommend. See more Ariana R. @Ariromero1 Sep 24 the first couple of episodes really have you thinking the story is gonna be one way, then you realize in later episodes this story is not what it seems. you’ll be watching each episode wondering who is telling the truth and how is this story gonna go. very interesting. also a very messed up true story that makes you realize how media can really change perspective on how people see things. See more Sean M Jun 21 This Hulu drama plays with time and perspective in an extremely clever way. See more Brian E May 17 This feels like exploitation. Hard to watch. I don't think this is entertainment. See more Read all reviews

Good American Family — Season 1

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