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The First Lady: Created by Aaron Cooley. With Viola Davis, Michelle Pfeiffer, Gillian Anderson, O-T Fagbenle. In the East Wing of the White House, many of history's most impactful and world-changing decisions have been hidden from view, made by America's charismatic, complex and dynamic first ladies.
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- 2022-04-17
- Biography, Drama, History
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My Review- The First Lady. My Rating - 7/10 for the series 10/10 for Michelle Pfeiffer's performance as Betty Ford. Before I begin my review of The First Lady I must say that in my opinion the writers and Producers missed out on one of the most interesting and notorious First Ladies Nancy Reagan.
The review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes reported a 41% approval rating with an average rating of 6.00/10, based on 44 critic reviews. The website's critics consensus reads, "Despite formidable stars and a rich history to draw from, a lack of focus and shallow characterization make The First Lady second-rate television."
Eleanor presses Franklin to act more boldly against the Great Depression. After Nixon's resignation, Betty becomes First Lady days before a state dinner. Before Barack's inauguration, Michelle faces opposition from his transition team.
Apr 12, 2022 · In 'The First Lady,' Michelle Pfeiffer, Gillian Anderson, Viola Davis bring Michelle Obama, Betty Ford, Eleanor Roosevelt to haphazard life.
- Caroline Framke
Apr 17, 2022 · Years before first entering the White House, Eleanor discovers Franklin’s marital indiscretions, which push her to socialize with more independent, politically active women in the salons of New York City.
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Apr 18, 2022 · Showtime calls The First Lady “a revelatory reframing of American leadership,” but it’s so much more than that. The show reveals what it’s really like to marry a politician by focusing on three iconic First Ladies: Eleanor Roosevelt (Anderson), Betty Ford (Pfeiffer) and Michelle Obama (Davis).
