Sofia Vergara's 'Griselda' streaming on Netflix. |
Sofia Vergara's latest venture into the world of crime drama, "Griselda," premiered on Netflix on January 25. The series delves into the intriguing narrative of Griselda Blanco, a cunning Colombian businesswoman who carved out a notorious reputation as 'the godmother of cocaine' by establishing one of history's most formidable drug cartels.
Griselda: Reviews
Garnering an impressive 88 percent on Rotten Tomatoes and an 8/10 rating on IMDb, the show has received widespread acclaim, with particular praise for Sofia's compelling performance.
Reviewers have commended Sofia's portrayal, with The Hollywood Reporter acknowledging her for infusing the character of Griselda with much-needed strength. The Guardian, awarding the series four stars, describes it as 'pulpy and stylish,' although they critique writer Doug Miro for taking liberties with the narrative.
Variety hails Sofia's transformation into the formidable Narca Griselda, while Collider appreciates her performance but highlights the series' somewhat underwhelming conclusion.
Indiewire finds the crime drama somewhat predictable, suggesting that a couple more episodes might have enhanced the viewing experience. Nonetheless, Sofia's portrayal leaves a lasting impression. People magazine dubs the series 'a romantic fantasy with cocaine and corpses,' emphasizing the centrality of Sofia's titular character in the storyline.
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About Griselda
Directed by Andrés Baiz, "Griselda" explores the life of Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco Restrepo, renowned as the 'godmother of cocaine' in 1980s Miami. Griselda met a tragic end in MedellÃn on September 3, 2012, at the age of 69. Her life has resonated in the works of artists like Kanye West, Nicki Minaj, and Westside Gunn.
Interestingly, Catherine Zeta-Jones starred in a Lifetime movie titled "Cocaine Godmother" in 2018, based on Griselda's life. Additionally, Jennifer Lopez's film "The Godmother," inspired by Griselda, never saw the light of day.
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