Sharon Horgan's Sparkling HBO Dramedy of Midlife
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- HBO’s new series Youth, created by Sharon Horgan, centers on Alex, a 50-something divorcée navigating midlife challenges with a mix of humor and honesty, challenging typical coming-of-age narratives.
- The show candidly addresses the physical and emotional realities of aging, including topics rarely depicted on TV like postmenopausal symptoms and the fear of losing sexual vitality.
- Alex’s personal struggles include her son dropping out of university, aging parents with health issues, and complicated romantic relationships, highlighting the complexities of middle age.
- Youth also explores the pressures faced by younger generations through Alex’s son Ruari, who grapples with societal expectations of masculinity and identity, providing a parallel to Alex’s journey.
- While some supporting characters lack depth, the series overall offers a sharp, heartfelt portrayal of life’s ongoing evolution, emphasizing that personal growth continues well beyond youth.
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