Sex and the City
1998
Original language: English
- drama
- comedy
The story
Based on the bestselling book by Candace Bushnell, Sex and the City tells the story of four best friends, all single and in their late thirties, as they pursue their careers and talk about their sex lives, all while trying to survive the New York social scene.
What it’s like
Bright, sunlit Manhattan streets and tight, chatty two-shots of four women at brunch tables, cocktail glasses catching the light of restaurant windows and the gloss of early-2000s city evenings. The camera moves in quick handheld bursts through sidewalks and boutiques, cutting to voiceover asides that give the whole show a confiding, sparkling energy, with a jaunty theme and pop soundtrack keeping the rhythm light. Its vibe is glossy, witty and warm, the feel of a friends-night-out that runs half an hour and leaves you grinning. It suits a Saturday brunch in mind, a comfort rewatch, or an easy evening with a drink. Pacing is brisk and episodic, with each woman's arc unfolding as small romantic setbacks, career worries and loyal late-night talks, and the friendships carry more weight than any single romance. The sexual content is frank and talked-about rather than explicit on screen, with some nudity and adult humour, but violence is essentially absent and the emotional register stays buoyant even when heartbreak arrives. It is for people who want talky, stylish comedy about friendship, dating and ambition in a big city.
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