The new Max drama series The Girls on the Bus, adapted from former NYT reporter Amy Chozick's memoir about covering Hillary Clinton's 2016 campaign, has received negative reviews from CNN's Brian Lowry and other critics for being a 'frothy soap opera' and 'an ethical twilight zone.' The show is criticized for its portrayal of female journalists and its unrealistic depiction of journalism.
Key Points
Adapted from Amy Chozick's memoir about Hillary Clinton's campaign
Focuses on four fictional female journalists covering a presidential campaign
Critics compare unfavorably to other journalism-themed shows and movies
Cons
Negative reviews from critics, including Brian Lowry