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A gripping tale of mystery and intrigue with the Lady in the Lake. The new Apple TV+ series is an adaptation of the 2019 novel by Laura Lippman, set in 1966 Baltimore, centering a former housewife who, seeking a meaningful life, delves into the murder of a young black woman — uncovering secrets that impact everyone around her while struggling with her own blind spots.

The series opens with a body in a rowboat and a city skyline at night. We hear Cleo Johnson (Moses Ingram) narrate about becoming “the lady in the lake” after her murder before the timeline rewinds to Thanksgiving 1966 in Baltimore. Maddie Morgenstern (Natalie Portman), then known as Maddie Schwartz, hears about the disappearance of an 11-year-old girl, Tessie Durst.

As Maddie’s mundane suburban life is overtaken by her growing obsession with the case, she leaves her husband and teams up with a friend to find Tessie. Meanwhile, Cleo juggles multiple jobs and volunteers to campaign for a state senator, fighting racism and sexism in her community.

The show feels like a fever dream, making it both fast-paced and slow at times, creating an uneasy feeling that fits the vibe. The storytelling may take some detours every now and then, but its two lead performances are captivating enough to keep us hooked.

WHERE TO WATCH- You can watch the series on Apple TV+ or watch the trailer (runtime:2:54).

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