The latest installment of the popular television series “Sex and the City”, “And Just Like That…”, tries to recapture the relatability of the original show but falls short. Unlike the original series, which featured down-to-earth characters and stories, “And Just Like That…” presents a sanitized, overly glamorous version of the characters’ lives. The show’s attempt at relatability comes across as insincere and pretentious, rather than genuine.
Carrie, in particular, has lost her bold, frank honesty, and now comes across as artificial and pretentious. Her over-the-top outfits and nonchalant attitude towards snow blizzards are a far cry from her earlier self. The show’s fixation on being overtly political correct also falls flat, with characters using forced and unnatural language to emphasize their views.
What made “Sex and the City” so relatable was its bold, frank honesty, which allowed the characters to be flawed and human. The show focused on the close friendships and relationships between the four women, making it easy for audiences to identify with the characters. Fashion was always secondary to these relationships, and it’s what made the show relatable.
A Still From And Just Like That… (Photo: And Just Like That…)
The show’s inability to recapture the essence of the original series is disappointing, but not surprising. The attempt to be overly relatable and political correct comes across as forced, and the characters’ personalities have become artificial. The show’s focus on extravagance and fashion has replaced the relationships and authenticity that made the original series so successful.
It’s time for “And Just Like That…” to rediscover its roots and focus on bringing authenticity back to the screen. Only then can the show truly recapture the essence of the original series and create a relatable portrayal of the characters.
