Recently, Netflix’s latest adaptation of a series titled 3 Body Problem, was added to the site’s catalog on March 21.
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The series is based on the Chinese novel The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin, the first of a trilogy about Earth encountering an alien civilization. In 2023, the book was adapted into a series in China called Three-Body.
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The Netflix adaptation has been altered to have a multi-national cast, with several characters from the original Chinese series given new names and different backgrounds. Some of the cast includes Rosalind Chao as Ye Wenjie and Benedict Wong as Clarance “Da” Shi.
Rosalind Chao | Netflix
While there was much excitement about the series, it has gained some criticism for its script. Many viewers have said the drama’s script is poorly written, causing the dialog to be “weird.”
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In addition to the acting overall being somewhat “stilted,” actress Eiza Gonzáles‘ performance was directly criticized. Gonzáles plays Auggie Salazar, a new character based on Wang Miao in the original series.
Eiza Gonzáles is known for previously appearing in Baby Driver and Alita: Battle Angel.
Eiza Gonzáles in Baby Driver | Netflix | Netflix
According to viewers, Gonzáles’ characterization of Auggie has confirmed beliefs that she was “miscast.” Others outright criticized her acting ability, saying that her acting was “cringe.”
Whoever plays this Auggie on 3 Body Problem has truly got to be the very worst actress in the history of the world.
— Samuel Peeps (and reads) (@goodribbons) April 3, 2024
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You can check out a trailer for the series below.
