Glenn Close is not letting the negative reviews of her latest project, “All’s Fair,” slide by unnoticed. Following a wave of critical feedback, with some reviewers labeling the new ensemble drama created by Ryan Murphy as “fascinatingly, incomprehensibly, existentially terrible,” the Oscar-nominated actress decided to respond in a playful yet pointed manner.
In a humorous nod to her iconic role as Alex Forrest in the 1987 classic “Fatal Attraction,” Close took to Instagram to share a hand-drawn image depicting her “All’s Fair” castmates gathered around a bubbling pot with the label “critic bunny stew.” This artwork references a notorious scene from “Fatal Attraction,” where a pet rabbit meets a gruesome fate, and demonstrates Close’s ability to blend humor with an acknowledgment of the critical reception.
Close tagged her co-stars, including Kim Kardashian, Naomi Watts, Sarah Paulson, Niecy Nash, and Teyana Taylor, in her post. The response from her peers was overwhelmingly supportive, with Taylor responding with heart-eye and kissy-face emojis, while the official account of “All’s Fair” praised the artwork as “a masterpiece.”
Interestingly, “Fatal Attraction” also served as a bonding experience between Close and Kardashian, the lead actress of “All’s Fair,” who faced her own criticism for her performance. During the premiere of the latest season of “The Kardashians,” Kardashian revealed that she had never seen “Fatal Attraction,” prompting her mother, Kris Jenner, to call her out in front of Close. Afterward, Kardashian shared that the cast had a movie night to watch the film, during which she humorously recalled Close getting “wasted” and sharing behind-the-scenes stories.
The renewed focus on “All’s Fair,” which centers on a group of female divorce attorneys coping with various challenges in a male-dominated industry, comes as Kim Kardashian and other cast members continue to find their footing within the drama. As viewers anticipate each episode, the series serves as a reminder of the importance of resilience in the face of criticism.
Despite the critical backlash, Close’s light-hearted approach indicates a strong spirit and camaraderie among the cast, fostering a narrative of support and creativity in Hollywood. “All’s Fair” is available for streaming on Hulu every Tuesday, inviting viewers to engage with the trial-and-error journey of its characters and their ongoing stories.