

Dealing with broken trust is painful in itself. However, stories like “Gone Girl,” “Promising Young Woman,” and even the television adaptation of “Fatal Attraction” all centering vengeful ladies are finally unpacking the circumstances that would drive a clearheaded woman to the brink. However, her plans are thwarted when the pair crosses paths with Cara and her oblivious boyfriend Garth (Eric Balfour) during a hike in Yosemite National Park.įemale hysteria has been a label and tool used to control women for centuries. Enraged by Will’s deceit, Liv keeps these newfound revelations to herself and begins plotting her husband’s “accidental” death during their vacation. Yet, just before the duo embarks on their adventure, Liv learns that Will’s affair with his co-worker Cara (Ashley Benson) is much more involved than he admitted. At first, Liv seems intent on forgiving her husband and moving forward, resetting their life and marriage. Though things seem magical initially, the duo’s first Christmas in Manhattan crumbles in a frenzy of smashed pies and shattered ornaments when Liv learns Will has cheated on her.Īfter begging for forgiveness and promising his transgression was just a one-time thing, Will gives Liv the honeymoon of a lifetime, a road trip through the West Coast. Without a work visa, she’s along for the ride, relegated to keeping house and working on her novel. Unfortunately, their relocation has put Liv’s career as a journalist on hold. Will has been promoted to events manager at his hospitality company. Fresh from the U.K., Will and Liv are ecstatic to settle into a gorgeous New York City apartment. “Wilderness” then pulls the viewer nine months into the past. Though the pair look like they could be placed on the cover of a J.Crew catalog, their relationship isn’t quite so picturesque. A British couple, Liv ( Jenna Coleman) and Will Taylor ( Oliver Jackson-Cohen) are riding in a blue Mustang and basking in the sun.

The revenge thriller begins on the open roads somewhere in the American West.

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Jones’ novel of the same name, Amazon Prime Video’s six-episode series “ Wilderness” focuses on betrayal and vengeance. While some people can stick it out to the bitter end, others claw their way out of this suppressed existence or lose themselves trying to escape.Īdapted from B.E. The disillusionment of being an “idyllic” woman quickly becomes too much of a burden. Any imperfections and cracks can only exist beyond the frame of what’s being showcased to the public. Those prizes can come in different forms but typically encompass an ideal life with a perfect partner and children. One of the extraordinary delusions of patriarchy suggests that if women are “good” or “wholesome,” they will be rewarded.
