In Spite All the Praise, the Leads on Daisy Jones and the Six are Very Unlikable

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Huge amounts of praise has been heaped upon “Daisy Jones and the Six,” which is an Amazon Prime series that follows the rise and fall of a fictional 1970s rock band of the same name. The show is based on the novel of the same name by Taylor Jenkins Reid, and it explores the complicated relationships between the band members and their struggles with addiction, fame, and creative differences. While the series has been praised for its nostalgic soundtrack and visual aesthetics, it is, unfortunately, reminiscent of a daytime soap opera, and its characters, particularly Riley Keough’s Daisy Jones, are often difficult to root for.

One of the main reasons why “Daisy Jones and the Six” feels like a soap opera is the way it handles its plot twists and turns. The show relies heavily on melodramatic cliffhangers and contrived conflicts to keep the audience engaged. For example, in one episode, the band members get into a heated argument over a song, and one of them storms out of the recording studio, only to return a few minutes later with a newfound appreciation for their creative differences. Such plot points feel manufactured and hollow, and they do not add much to the character development or the overarching storyline.

Moreover, the main characters in “Daisy Jones and the Six” are often frustratingly unlikable. While the show attempts to depict them as complex and flawed individuals, it often fails to make them relatable or sympathetic. Daisy Jones, played by Riley Keough, is a prime example of this. Daisy is supposed to be the quintessential rock star: beautiful, talented, and rebellious. However, her character is defined more by her selfishness and recklessness than anything else. Daisy is often rude to her band mates, dismissive of her fans, and destructive to herself and those around her. While the show tries to justify her behavior by revealing her troubled past, it never fully explores the emotional depth of her trauma, nor does it give her any significant opportunities for redemption.

Furthermore, the show’s portrayal of addiction is often shallow and clichéd. While the band members’ struggles with drugs and alcohol are central to the plot, the show fails to depict the complexity and severity of addiction. Instead, it often reduces it to a convenient plot device to create conflict and drama. For example, when Billy Dunne, the lead singer of the band, relapses after years of sobriety, his struggles are largely glossed over in favor of his tumultuous relationship with Daisy. Similarly, when other characters face addiction, it is often resolved through convenient interventions or sudden moments of clarity, which is obviously unrealistic and oversimplified.

In conclusion, “Daisy Jones and the Six” is a visually appealing yet ultimately disappointing series. While it attempts to capture the nostalgia and glamour of 1970s rock and roll, it falls short due to its reliance on soap opera-like plot twists and its frustratingly unlikable characters. Riley Keough’s portrayal of Daisy Jones, in particular, feels hollow and unsympathetic, and the show’s handling of addiction is shallow and clichéd. Often viewers find themselves rooting against Daisy rather than for her. While the series may appeal to fans of melodrama and nostalgia, it is unlikely to satisfy those seeking a more nuanced and emotionally resonant story.

We are told the series is inspired by the drama that surrounded Fleetwood Mac. Maybe. But it is impossible to imagine that group would have lasted months (let alone decades) with characters like Daisy Jones or Billy Dunne.

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