Étoile

Whip-Smart dialogue, absurd sub text, world building, absolutely BRILLIANT casting.

GO IN EXPECTING A LIGHT SHOW AND GIVE IT A CHANCE TO PULL YOU IN - otherwise you won't get it. The first episode didn't pull me in, I stopped and came back later knowing what to expect watching ep 2 and binged entire thing

I think all the negativity is coming from people who are expecting a far more serious show; I've always felt even with Mrs Maisel her work is very marmite- You either "click" with Amy's POV or you don't.

If you surrender to the unique pacing of the show it completely absorbs you; it's world building, it takes you on these absolutely absurd detours you wouldn't have guessed in a million years that are hilarious IF you never take the show too seriously

Using Charlotte to solidify Kirby's talent for people who dont know him or had any doubts is brilliant and I adore Cheyenne; so admittedly I think this would be difficult to watch if you can't see the fun in her character.

ADORE the fact that they went all out with a bizarre tortured genius choreographer; everything about him feels like an indulgence to Mrs. Maisel fans. The character top to bottom and dialogue is superb. I always felt that if given absolute freedom we'd have full episodes around these wonderful side characters in Mrs Maisel like the magican. Since that show was such a success it walked so that Etoile could boldly run - giving us what feels like an encore for those characters catering to this niche audience that is forever grateful!

A big fan of Kirby I was expecting a different show, admittedly I watched the first episode and worried. When I came back I guess I went in knowing how silly it could be and willing to embrace it binged the entire season and I as left absolutely CRAVING more at the end and feeling EMPTY back in the real worlds

I will be heartbroken if they don't get a next season (it's giving me flashbacks to Pushing Daisies but I'm hoping the incredible work they've given Amazon will count for something)

Once i saw who the producers were it all made sense! A few misfires (the clones???) and the tone can be slightly out of step, and the characters a bit too caricature but i loved the dance, and the drama, not as whipsmart as Mrs Maisel but still great and fun.

I like that the story revolves more around the teachers and management rather than ballet drama, although theres enough dancing and beauty to make it about ballet and the performing arts crazy world. The trademark snappy rambling quirky dialogue is there in its glorious almost too much fashion. Luke Kirby is great i cant wait to see him in more.

First it was the early scenes of stand-up comedy with the outstanding Mrs. Maisel, and now the team of Daniel Palladino and Amy Sherman-Palladino take on the prestige modern ballet world - with humour fully intact. Like Mrs. Maisel, this new series moves at a rapid pace in a world that is renown for stuffy and snobby ballet patrons. In the Sherman/Palladino world, it is a cutthroat industry, made even more delicious with the New York and Paris rivalry, led by characters that are engaging with their wild behaviour and antics. Great to see Luke Kirby brought back into the fold after serving the Palladino's well in Mrs. Maisel. The highlight is Charlotte Gainsbourg, and to top it all of is Simon Callow. Best of all is Lou de Laâge, as the rebel, Cheyenne, adding the sparks that are going to fly in every direction. A sure winner, and pure enjoyment in another brilliant satirical work by those two dudes whose long names I'm too lazy to type up again...

Yes the shows has its fault but Luke Kirby pretty much makes up for all of them! Some of the characters are very caricatured but the dance and the acting performances make the sometimes awkwardly written storylines bearable enough to enjoy the show in a single binge! The Palladinos as usual repeated some of the old favourites and it's an absolute pleasure to see all of them. The dialogue is sharp and quick- very signature Palladino stuff. Overall, not unlike my review, the story lines are a bit all over the place but their casting team as usual has hit it out of the park with exceptional talent in every single scene.

I was really sad when Amy Palladino Series Bunheads didn't survive because I enjoyed it a lot. This is a return to the same world, but then much more sophisticated edgier way. In my opinion, everything is fabulous. The opening titles, the music, the dancing, the characters also well chosen and shaped. Everything is sharper and enjoyably maximized. In my opinion, this idea has ripened like a really good wine. I think the writing and direction are brilliant and the actors really brilliant and well cast! The dancing is very wow! In my opinion, David Haig is delightful. He is marvelous in his role.but of course Lou Leage is a force of nature and the true etiole.every things she does is stunning. I really love the app. The last episode with the guest appearance from Sparks reminiscent to Gilmore girls use of music and with a brilliant twist, so much fun.

The merger of New York and Paris dancing worlds is part of what makes it so much fun. Thank you to the Paladino Sherman's another classic contribution. I'm so grateful for your witty, thoughtful, adventurous work.