We were joined on the Popternative show by Laurie Davidson (A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story) and Waleed Zauiter (Gangs of London) who star in the new psychological thriller series, The Girlfriend. The series also stars Olivia Cooke (House of the Dragon) and Robin Wright (House of Cards) and premiered on Prime Video on September 10 with all 6 episodes.
Based on Michelle Frances’ novel of the same name, the series follows Laura (Wright), a woman who seemingly has it all: a glittering career, a loving husband, and her precious son, Daniel (Davidson). Her perfect life begins to unravel when Daniel brings home Cherry (Cooke), a girlfriend who changes everything. After a tense introduction, Laura becomes convinced Cherry is hiding something. Is she a manipulative social climber, or is Laura just paranoid? The truth is a matter of perspective.
Waleed, who plays Howard, the father of Daniel and husband of Laura, discusses the theme of trauma seen throughout the series: “Each of the characters are going through their own trauma [that is not] delt with and stuff they are suppressing. We find out as the show goes on that there is an adrenaline aspect to Daniel and it’s all because of the tension from these incredible intense feelings of love and protection and family… and it’s loaded”
Watch the full conversation with Laurie and Waleed below.
The Girlfriend is streaming on Prime Video.
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