Nicole Kidman’s latest television drama, Expats, has left critics unimpressed, with many feeling that the actress is not living up to her potential. In a scathing review, Lucy Mangan criticizes Kidman’s portrayal of Margaret Woo, a character haunted by grief and guilt in a Hong Kong setting.

Mangan expresses disappointment in Kidman’s repetitive roles as a sad, privileged woman, citing her previous performances in Big Little Lies, Nine Perfect Strangers, and The Undoing. She suggests that Kidman’s talent appears to be waning, with Expats being the latest indication of this trend.

The drama unfolds through two timelines, exploring Margaret’s life before and after the tragic event that continues to haunt her. Mangan hints at the predictable nature of the storyline, suggesting that the sorrow is likely related to the death or disappearance of a child.

Expats, directed by Lulu Wang, attempts to weave together the lives of its characters over six episodes. However, Mangan’s review implies that the execution falls short of expectations, leaving the audience underwhelmed.

Overall, the review paints a bleak picture of Kidman’s performance in Expats, indicating a potential decline in her acting prowess.