Netflix’s new show “Wednesday” features Jenna Oretga as Wednesday Addams. Released on Nov. 23, “Wednesday” fits perfectly into the realm of previous Addams family movies and shows. “From the way she speaks to the way she acts, Ortega also does an excellent job embodying Wednesday’s creepy character from the previous films while making the character her own,” Lead Copy Editor Maya Clement wrote. Photo fair use of Netflix
The creepy and kooky Addams Family returns in the new Netflix series “Wednesday”, released on Nov. 23, as Wednesday Addams navigates Nevermore Academy and murderous mysteries.
With creepy scenes, dramatic music and dead bodies, the new TV-14 Netflix series “Wednesday” fits perfectly in the realm of Addams Family movies and shows. The dark comedy and mysteries presented throughout the series live up to expectations, making it perfect for die-hard Addams fans and those who enjoy supernatural fiction.
Directed by Tim Burton and released Nov. 23, “Wednesday” follows Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) as she attends Nevermore Academy, a boarding school for outcasts.
Throughout her time at Nevermore, Wednesday attempts to master her psychic abilities and solve many of the mysteries surrounding recent deaths in the woods around Nevermore along with uncovering family secrets.
Along the way, Wednesday learns more about herself and her relationships with others, showing realistic character development that will leave viewers excited.
From the way she speaks to the way she acts, Ortega also does an excellent job embodying Wednesday’s creepy character from the previous films while simultaneously making the character her own.
The series does a great job of building suspense as it leaves viewers wondering what will happen next. The cinematography and soundtrack contribute greatly to this as music is frequently added to scenes to heighten the impact and intensity, and the scenes seem realistic, making the viewers feel like they are in the movie themselves.
While the series is only eight episodes, each episode is between 45 minutes and an hour, leaving plenty of time for the plot and characters to develop.
The show isn’t rushed, but it can get confusing at times as the plot bounces from Wednesday’s time at Nevermore to the mysteries she is trying to solve. Because there are very few times in the series where moments seemed unnecessary, paying attention to what is happening is vital.
While it’s not necessary to have watched previous Addams Family movies and shows, it would help provide a basis for some of the events that occur throughout “Wednesday”, as well as help with character understanding.
Overall, “Wednesday” effectively balanced a mysterious and dark teenager trying to master her abilities, discover the truth behind murders and grow in a new situation, making the show perfect for a wide audience.
