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I feel like the ppl leaving reviews aren't actual college girls right now lmao they seem very angry at this show for it's diversity. Either way it's funny and the conversations they have in the show, I've had like 75% of them in real life. Of course parts can feel a little SNL sketchy and not like real people, but I think that's just how Mindy and other comedians write. I am excited for the rest of the season. Waiting for the season to finish to see if it'll be above a 7.
- tpeyton-27650
- Nov 18, 2021
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We blasted through ten fabulous episodes of Mindy Kalin's "Sex Lives of College Girls." Great cast, great scripts, fun dialog, and solid episodes. Sherri Shepherd kills her character as a Senator and mother of one of the girls.
I loved the four main characters, their very different personalities and it was fun watching them develop and become friends. There isn't one actor who doesn't fully realize their role no matter how small. I also loved that there were real problems that needed to be worked out. Looking forward to season two. Solid entertainment.
I loved the four main characters, their very different personalities and it was fun watching them develop and become friends. There isn't one actor who doesn't fully realize their role no matter how small. I also loved that there were real problems that needed to be worked out. Looking forward to season two. Solid entertainment.
It reminds me so much of sex education, not to bring up a debate on which is better because you should be able to like both shows but of course it's hard not to compare with similar titles. I'd say this is more like a sitcom version to sex education. Everything that happens in the show seems like a genuine representation of what happens in real life, but sometimes the dialogue seems short lived so you move on from it quickly, but that's understandable considering the runtime is only 30 minutes. I think it's a "surface show", despite addressing sensitive issues you can watch it without turning your brain on and have a laugh because it doesn't delve deeply into them.
Despite the bad things that happen or characters go through, it still keeps an optimistic vibe, like it's a happy show. Depressing feels like a strong word for this but it doesn't get depressing; it's not a show were the characters get sad then you get sad too. The characters are lovable, so is the soundtrack. My only problem, which isn't a big one, is it feels written, it doesn't get you immersed in the show, you don't get lost in it, like as you're watching the show you actually do know you're watching the show consciously and subconsciously, and usually shows like that don't leave a lasting impression. I've never been able to properly explain this but sometimes you'll thoroughly enjoy the show then forget about it until you hear a new season's coming out soon and get excited like oh that show, I loved that show.
Buttt it's very promising, it's the type of show that could become a fan favorite if it went on for 7+ seasons and still managed to be funny all the way, like a new era of sitcoms the way the 90's or early 2000's were, without trying to be an imitation or new version of them. Unfortunately, shows easily get canceled these days if they aren't doing crazy numbers so I hope it doesn't fall into the same fate.
Despite the bad things that happen or characters go through, it still keeps an optimistic vibe, like it's a happy show. Depressing feels like a strong word for this but it doesn't get depressing; it's not a show were the characters get sad then you get sad too. The characters are lovable, so is the soundtrack. My only problem, which isn't a big one, is it feels written, it doesn't get you immersed in the show, you don't get lost in it, like as you're watching the show you actually do know you're watching the show consciously and subconsciously, and usually shows like that don't leave a lasting impression. I've never been able to properly explain this but sometimes you'll thoroughly enjoy the show then forget about it until you hear a new season's coming out soon and get excited like oh that show, I loved that show.
Buttt it's very promising, it's the type of show that could become a fan favorite if it went on for 7+ seasons and still managed to be funny all the way, like a new era of sitcoms the way the 90's or early 2000's were, without trying to be an imitation or new version of them. Unfortunately, shows easily get canceled these days if they aren't doing crazy numbers so I hope it doesn't fall into the same fate.
- AfricanBro
- Dec 21, 2021
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As a current college student myself it's really nice to see tv show finally made about us rather than high schoolers. With that being said, is this show perfect, no but I very much enjoyed it nonetheless. The main issues I had were with dialogue that at times shows that this was a show written by millennial rather than gen z aged college kids; and the believability that this is a real college environment particularly in the wardrobe choices and even how the sorority recruitment went. But if you don't care about those things then this is a really fun show! The characters are flawed and relatable young adults and I was definitely watch the next season!
I enjoyed this show I binged watched it in one day, absolutely addictive, couldn't stop watching. The characters are entertaining, relatable, a def watch 10/10. Hope there is a season 2.
- quisha-01195
- Dec 13, 2021
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Okay so having a tough week I was looking for a soft easy comedy and I had seen the preview for this and with Mindy keeling involved I figured I'd be in for a huge treat and I was absolutely right I loved it from start to finish I laughed out loud numorous times.
- chrisd-90926
- Nov 20, 2021
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I finished season 1 in just one day and I am so looking forward to season 2. This show lowkey gave "Sex Education" vibes with a stronger female cast. Also, speaking on female cast, I LOVED the strong representation in this show. Although this show was mostly comedy, it managed to cover and confront some dark topics as well. I think the show did a really good job portraying college students and also did a great job targeting their audience as well. I loved every single character (expect for you know, if you know, you know), and I'm so glad I was able to find this show!
- mariagrazia-40702
- Nov 28, 2022
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If you are a fan of Mindy Kaling then you will be a fan of this show. Don't even bother to read the negative reviews this show is fun! It's for anyone who has a sense of humour and just wants to laugh. People are way to serious in some of these reviews, so if you enjoy a Mindy comedy you will enjoy this show.
- Lotuslove76
- Nov 18, 2021
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They should have kept the show and get rid of the title, but instead in second season they decided to keep the tile and get rid of the show (writing) instead. I gave the first season 8/10 and felt that it was really well written but sadly misnamed show, that might end up making creators lives really hard in the future because the shows values and strong points obviously stood elsewhere then what the title promotes. The second season is 4/10. It happened. They are trying so hard to live up to the name that they forgot to write the show this time around - I guess they took the advice of the audiences who where stuck in the shows title and were left somewhat horny after first season?! The second season feels soulless and out of touch, but that's what you get when your dialogues are made of bullet points and headlines for the character. It sad that marketing killed this show.
Liked the jokes and the chemistry. Id give it an 8 in terms of production quality. Was easily bingeable as only 22 mins per episode(from episode 2 onward) and theres end credits of a few mins giving 25 mins an episode. The pilot was longer at around 55 minutes.
The characters have great chemistry. Each character's lives is interesting. The structure is good. Its well filmed. High production quality. You are genuinely invested in the characters.
Standout character is definitely the indian girl, Bela, played by Amrit kaur. She is funny and steals every scene. The character is basically a sex-addict ironically coming from a conservative indian background. Indian audiences in the west will find this funny.
The characters have great chemistry. Each character's lives is interesting. The structure is good. Its well filmed. High production quality. You are genuinely invested in the characters.
Standout character is definitely the indian girl, Bela, played by Amrit kaur. She is funny and steals every scene. The character is basically a sex-addict ironically coming from a conservative indian background. Indian audiences in the west will find this funny.
- nihalbhat2
- Dec 2, 2021
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- normaxjean-23753
- Dec 16, 2022
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Not sure why people feel the need to watch this just to complain about the "woke agenda" after. You can tell from the get go that this is going to be a diverse, female-centric show. If that's not your thing just watch one of the gazillion other shows featuring shallow pretty girls and all white casts, there really is no shortage.
Aside from that, pretty funny show with relatable characters that touches on some serious issues without getting too preachy. Good lighthearted entertainment to binge in a day or two.
Aside from that, pretty funny show with relatable characters that touches on some serious issues without getting too preachy. Good lighthearted entertainment to binge in a day or two.
Well this is one series that does push the envelope a little bit from "HBO Max" created by comedian and "SNL" alum Mindy Kaling comes an interesting and truth opening comedy like drama that involves the lives of four college freshman at a Vermont college. And the girls have their ups and down yet the title tells it all and it gives the viewer some eye candy treats as most episodes involve and show the girls and their adventures with sex and being intimate. The cast chemistry is top notch and the acting is fine showing how girls with different approaches and attitudes become friends. Kimberly(Pauline Chalamet) a small town girl tries to makes friends at school and go against the grain with dating and her studies still Kim comes out of her shell, and Leighton(Renee Rapp) is bright and well to do and she has her fun yet keeps many of her personal things closed up. Whitney(Alyah Scott) is a determined hard working soccer player with a mother who's a U. S. Senator still Whitney has her fun. And my favorite is Bela(Amrit Kaur) a sexy colored bra wearing thrill seeker who's wait and want is to be a comedy writer! And Bela loves and lives life up at college! Overall funny feel good series that's blunt brash and outspoken with intimate happenings and the attractive sexy girls make the show a watch!
It becomes immediately apparent that Amrit Kaur has great comedic talent. Hope to see her in more shows. Lots of good characters and actors playing those characters, but it's Kaur that stands out.
The first season was funny, edgy, risque, and overall great! Easy to binge. No spoilers here - all I can say is enjoy!
The second season was undistinguished - like a run of the mill sit-com. Not premium channel worthy. The show lost its punch. Additionally, the plots and subplots were not as well developed as they were in the first season.
If there is a third season, I hope the writers revert back to first season form.
The first season was funny, edgy, risque, and overall great! Easy to binge. No spoilers here - all I can say is enjoy!
The second season was undistinguished - like a run of the mill sit-com. Not premium channel worthy. The show lost its punch. Additionally, the plots and subplots were not as well developed as they were in the first season.
If there is a third season, I hope the writers revert back to first season form.
I wasn't sure at first if I was going to like this, but then I was hooked by episode 4!! Loved the character development and where the story is headed. Hopefully will get picked up for a season 2!
- lilstreet08
- Dec 9, 2021
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So many stereotypes in this series.
Sometimes, it makes you smile.
You can watch this series for fun, don't take it seriously.
Sometimes, we need series like this for snack.
My biggest problem is main cast.
Pauline Chalamet and Amrit Kaur are very old to be young college girls.
Sometimes, it makes you smile.
You can watch this series for fun, don't take it seriously.
Sometimes, we need series like this for snack.
My biggest problem is main cast.
Pauline Chalamet and Amrit Kaur are very old to be young college girls.
- purplemeteor
- Dec 1, 2021
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Not understanding these harsh reviews? It's an easy going, funny and light show. People are overthinking and over critiquing it. I like it - finally something carefree and easy to watch. Hope they get renewed for another season!
I mean... season 1 was amazing. I binged that thing in two days and it took that long just bc i was so busy with school. It was actually funny like i'm one who does not do comedy, especially vulgar comedy and this was like still so good??? It made me wish i could go back to college and redo. The chalamet girl's character was incredibly insufferable, which made this hard to watch at times. But whitney, alicia, and of course LEIGHTONNNNN were definitely my cup of tea. Season 2 pacing was horrendous and i had whiplash from what all was happening in just 30 minute episodes but it was not as bad as all my friends were saying. The character of bela was completely obliterated though, which was upsetting. Overall, this was a great first season, then... it dropped off, but !!
- siennacolucci
- Nov 23, 2023
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Mindy Kaling has done it again!! I absolutely love this series. The 4 female roommates and their various plot lines are really interesting. The issues they deal with are relatable and important. The pacing of the 10 episodes is perfect. The music is fun. I also LMAO throughout the series. One will laugh, cry, get excited, get mad...and feel all the feels watching The Sex Lives of College Girls.
- jodyscott31
- Dec 8, 2021
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Was this a phenomenal show? No, but it was still really entertaining. It was fun and charismatic. The characters were likeable and I found myself invested in their stories. I would have wanted some more depth to some characters though. Still, a binge-worthy series.
Pauline Chalamet looks 40 even though shes like 30. Amrit Kaur looks in her 30s.. so that alone immediately took me out of it. Then the cliché characters like instantaneously. Lame storylines. And the cadence and timing of the jokes screams Mindy Kailing 2009. There's nothing fresh, new or intriguing about this.
- juicyfrewtbbw
- Feb 25, 2022
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Always looking for a good comedy, came to the show expecting a lot because it's Mindy Kaling. The show is well-written and current and I'm very happy the politics is gone, even if I am on the same team. You just can't get away from it for a second.
There are some stereotypes but that is the structure of comedy. The age of the actors is now distracting in season three but Amrit Kaur is the highlight of the show. She lights up the screen and, while an older actor, she acts like a college student. My partner and I were commenting that we would definitely watch anything else that she stars in.
The show has really found its footing in season three and we are happy to have stuck with it.
There are some stereotypes but that is the structure of comedy. The age of the actors is now distracting in season three but Amrit Kaur is the highlight of the show. She lights up the screen and, while an older actor, she acts like a college student. My partner and I were commenting that we would definitely watch anything else that she stars in.
The show has really found its footing in season three and we are happy to have stuck with it.
- bethabrand-02816
- Dec 26, 2024
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Finally a politically correct show that isn't some annoying Gen Z stereotype but more realistic. Also a fresh take. I don't know what it is, but this seems a lot more realistic than say, Gossip Girl (original or the reboot). I love the sex positive vibe with zero sex shaming for girls or boys. Most shows only say sex is ok for guys. Also the tropes of kids having jobs and financial aid, and others having everything handed to them is really realistic. This feels like a lot of people I knew in college a few years ago.
- Cheerncassandra
- Nov 26, 2021
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