‘All’s Fair’ Review: Kim Kardashian Leads Ryan Murphy’s Dull Hulu Drama
Naomi Watts, Glenn Close, Sarah Paulson, Teyana Taylor, and Niecy Nash-Betts star in a series about an all-female divorce law firm representing exclusively female clients.
Kim Kardashian might be the ideal lead for All’s Fair, Ryan Murphy’s glossy new legal drama on Hulu, though not due to her acting skills. Her performance is stiff and devoid of genuine emotion, which becomes even more noticeable next to the powerhouse cast of Glenn Close, Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash-Betts, Sarah Paulson, and Teyana Taylor.
The writing matches Kardashian’s performance in its lack of authenticity and emotional depth. Kardashian’s role seems designed to draw attention and viral moments rather than to engage viewers deeply.
"Her very presence, which succeeds at generating buzz and not much else, feels fitting for a show that seems to want not to be watched so much as mined for viral bits and pieces."
The other talented actresses appear burdened by material that doesn’t merit their skills, making it hard to sympathize given the show’s constant emphasis on wealth and financial gain.
"It’s the other actresses, trying to sell material unworthy of their efforts, whom you feel sorry for — or whom you would feel sorry for, if the show weren’t also reminding you every five minutes how awesome it is to have lots of money and then make even more money."
For the sake of all involved, including Kardashian, one hopes they were well compensated for their participation.
"For their sakes but also for my own ability to believe in a world that occasionally makes sense, I hope that all of them, Kardashian included, collected huge paychecks for whatever they’re doing here."
Author’s summary: Despite a star-studded cast, All’s Fair suffers from poor writing and a wooden lead performance, making it an unengaging Hulu legal drama.