Emmy-Nominated Series to Binge Before the Big Show18 of 18
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Why It’s Worth the Binge: Shira Haas received a much-deserved nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series for her role in “Unorthodox,” bringing some unexpected heat to the competition at this year’s Emmys. The young, Israeli actress’ portrayal of Esty in the Netflix mini-series is a stunning performance illustrating a unique journey of self-discovery. Based on Deborah Feldman’s memoir of the same name, the series details the author’s resistance to her upbringing in a Hasidic Satmar sect of Brooklyn’s Orthodox Jewish community, and Haas makes us feel the tension and fear that Esty experiences while choosing between her religious community and a new, secular life. — Hannah
Why It’s Worth the Binge: Shira Haas received a much-deserved nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series for her role in “Unorthodox,” bringing some unexpected heat to the competition at this year’s Emmys. The young, Israeli actress’ portrayal of Esty in the Netflix mini-series is a stunning performance illustrating a unique journey of self-discovery. Based on Deborah Feldman’s memoir of the same name, the series details the author’s resistance to her upbringing in a Hasidic Satmar sect of Brooklyn’s Orthodox Jewish community, and Haas makes us feel the tension and fear that Esty experiences while choosing between her religious community and a new, secular life. — Hannah
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