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Lizzie Borden's Horrific Tale Unveiled in New Series
18 Sep
Summary
- New Netflix series revisits Lizzie Borden's infamous 1892 axe murder trial.
- Ella Beatty stars as Lizzie, with Charlie Hunnam and Rebecca Hall also featured.
- Viewers praise the "disturbing" and "addictive" drama, but critics are divided.
The latest installment in Ryan Murphy's anthology series, "Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story," is now available on Netflix. This eight-part drama retells the true story of Lizzie Borden, a New England woman charged with the brutal axe murders of her father and stepmother in 1892. Ella Beatty takes on the titular role, with Charlie Hunnam as Andrew Borden and Rebecca Hall as Abby Borden. The cast also includes Sarah Paulson and Billie Lourd.
Audiences have responded enthusiastically, with many binge-watching the series and describing it as "disturbing," "addictive," and "fantastic." Critics, however, have offered a more divided response. While The Guardian noted "great performances" but felt the show was improvised, The Telegraph awarded three stars and Variety praised its uniqueness within the franchise.
The series delves into the repressed daughter's escape into fantasy and revenge following the gruesome murders, ultimately portraying Lizzie as an icon who forged her own legend. Vicky Krieps, Billie Lourd, Jessica Barden, and Sarah Paulson also feature in the ensemble cast.
