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Motherhood Is Hard. Why Hollywood Is Finally Taking Notice | Opinion

Motherhood Is Hard. Why Hollywood Is Finally Taking Notice | Opinion

Summary

The article discusses how Hollywood is increasingly portraying the complexities of motherhood through TV shows. It highlights Sarah Vaughan's show "Little Disasters," which is based on her personal experiences with perinatal obsessive-compulsive disorder. The article notes that motherhood themes are becoming more prevalent in psychological and suspense dramas.

Key Facts

  • "Little Disasters" is a new show on Paramount+, inspired by Sarah Vaughan's personal experiences.
  • The show covers themes of motherhood, including perinatal obsessive-compulsive disorder (a mental health condition that can affect some mothers around the time of childbirth).
  • The article compares "Little Disasters" to other TV series focused on motherhood themes like "Big Little Lies" and "Little Fires Everywhere."
  • There is a trend in TV dramas to explore intense emotions associated with motherhood.
  • "Little Disasters" features themes of birth trauma and the emotional and physical demands of being a mother.
  • The show includes stories about the emotional difficulties and societal pressures mothers face.
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