Sofia Vergara is a freaking powerhouse in ‘Griselda’ the new series from the creators of ‘Narcos.’
After giving Netflix viewers a palpable high with the story of Pablo Escobar, the creators of Narcos are back with another real-life drug tale focused on Griselda Blanco a.k.a. the “Cocaine Godmother.”
Starring Sofia Vergara in the title role, Griselda is already racking up overwhelmingly positive reviews. While there’s some debate over the predictable nature of story, Vergara’s performance is almost unanimously praised as the series highpoint. The actress’ dramatic chops are on full display, and the critics are here for it.
You can see what the early reviews are saying below:
Aramide Tinubu, Variety:
This tale isn’t an account of some distressed damsel who gets swept up in the underworld. Instead, what creator Eric Newman offers is a window into the mind of a highly meticulous and intelligent woman, intent on taking back everything that was ever stolen from her, even if she destroys herself in the process. Fast-paced and well-acted, the show is brutal, fascinating and full of high drama.
Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter:
Vergara keeps it watchable. The hardest-working member of the Modern Family cast — she consistently elevated Gloria from walking stereotype to intricate punchline machine, yet never won an Emmy — Vergara, an executive producer here, deserves full credit for unveiling a whole new set of serious chops.
