Every Year After review - this hunk-packed romance is sweet, irresistible trash
The Guardian • • entertainment
Key Points:
- "Every Year After," a romantic drama series based on Carley Fortune's 2022 novel, follows Persephone Fraser (Sadie Soverall) as she returns to her hometown, Barry’s Bay, to confront past regrets and emotional turmoil.
- The show centers on themes of love, loss, and growing up, featuring Percy’s interactions with three local men—Jordie, Charlie, and Sam—whose physicality and youthful energy are highlighted throughout the series.
- Set against the picturesque Ontario lakeside, the series uses the lake as a metaphor for freedom and the passage of time, with frequent scenes emphasizing the characters’ emotional struggles and relationships.
- Despite a somewhat predictable plot and occasionally stilted dialogue, the show benefits from strong performances and a charming, nostalgic atmosphere that captures the bittersweet nature of returning home.
- "Every Year After" offers escapist entertainment with a focus on romantic entanglements and personal growth, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the scenic backdrop and heartfelt drama.