Netflix “Postcards” Series Review: Is it Worth Watching?

Postcards Series Review

Postcards is a captivating drama series that takes viewers on an emotional and transformative journey through the lives of four Nigerians in India. Here is Postcards series review

Netflix Postcards Series Review: Plot

Postcards does not attempt to be overly ambitious with its plot. The plot revolves around the lives of five characters, yet, it manages to be simple and very easy to follow. The series has a well laid out plot in comparison to Hamisha Daryani’s first Nigerian-India movie “Namaste Wahala”. Postcards debuts with a rating of 7.7/10 from users on IMDB, and that says a lot.

Storytelling & Writing

Perhaps the major flaws with the storytelling and writing are the unnecessary gaps the viewers are meant to fill at certain stages of the series. Although we get to understand what finally happens, the gaps do not seem to infer any logical reason behind them. Postcards series review indicates that, considering that this series is not a crime thriller, and it does not withhold any information through its narrative style, is this an attempt at suspense? Because it’s an unnecessary one. 

For starters, we suddenly see Aunty Bunmi (character played by Sola Sobowale) in India. We know of her financial situation, but we’re still left wondering how she’s able to afford it. When she eventually reveals that her brother whom we’ve never met or heard of paid for her trip, it seems more like a quick-fix for the situation and makes the writing for that plot sequence per boiled. That part of the story should have been included to make it more substantial and believable. 

The other part  which is largely lacking in realism, is when Zainab (character played by Rahama Sadau) discovers a suspicious text on her husband’s phone that reads something along the lines of “Thank you honey for the Jollof Rice” from his co-worker. 

She matches angrily to his workplace, sees her husband and his coworker in a suspicious situation, but looks at her husband, hugs him and says “I miss you”. We’re left dumbfounded. This would never happen in real life. In fact, she never questions him about it and it makes us wonder if the movie defeats its own purpose of trying to explore marriage issues, or just ran away from that plot sequence because it’s not fundamental to the plot conclusion.

Let us be honest, no woman would see such a text on her husband’s phone, see her husband in a funny position with his co-worker and give him a hug saying “I miss you” with tears in her eyes. Of course, we know he’s not cheating, but the lack of confrontation makes the whole series too desperate for an “happily ever after”

Action

Sola Sobowale is a show stealer. Although some scenes have extra dramatic action which may be over the top, but as always, she is on top of her game and the perfect choice to lead this comedy. RMD and Nancy Isime too caught our attention with their stellar acting. See the full cast list here:

Netflix Postcards Series Review: Is it worth watching?

The series has its emotional moments and probably even a few good laughs…some cringe scenes too. It doesn’t attempt to be a stand-out series, so if you’re up for something that is fun, vibes and a little emotional, this could be your go-to

Rating: 6.9/10

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About the Movie

“Postcards” is a captivating drama series that takes viewers on an emotional and transformative journey through the lives of four Nigerians in India. The series, which premiered on Netflix on May 3, 2024, discusses themes of self-discovery, love, and the complexities of human existence.

At the heart of “Postcards” is the story of Aunty Bunmi, a Nigerian single mother whose medical journey to India becomes a catalyst for change not only in her life but also in the lives of those she encounters. After her husband’s death twenty years prior, Aunty Bunmi lived life to the fullest, becoming a well-known figure in party circles. However, her neglect of her health leads to a hospitalization where she learns she needs to travel to India for specialized care.

Her son, Yemi, who is supposed to be in school, harbors a passion for dance and dreams of becoming a star. Despite his financial irresponsibility, he finds an opportunity as a backup dancer in a Bollywood movie and secretly moves to Mumbai around the same time as his mother. Yemi’s ambition is to make it big and provide for Aunty Bunmi, keeping his new life in India a secret from her

Aunty Bunmi’s brother, Olumide, who has settled in India, is a successful but cold and calculating businessman. His life takes an unexpected turn when his accountant, Kabir, introduces him to a property that reconnects him with Rekha, a woman he once loved and wanted to marry, but who refused him due to family pressure. Rekha now lives there with her pregnant daughter, stirring old emotions in Olumide.

In the hospital, Aunty Bunmi meets Dr. Siddarth, who feels a connection to her as his wife, Zainab, is Nigerian. Siddarth and Zainab face their own challenges, as they initially decided not to have children, but Siddarth’s change of heart creates tension in their marriage. This subplot highlights the series’ exploration of personal desires and societal expectations.

Yemi’s journey in Mumbai is fraught with challenges, including bullying from a lead dancer, Ronny. However, he finds support from Aarti, a fellow dancer who stands up for him and assists him with choreography. As Aunty Bunmi tries to reach out to her son, Yemi must confront his responsibilities and the consequences of his actions.

The series culminates in a series of revelations and reconciliations. Aunty Bunmi, facing surgery, seeks to make peace with her brother and yearns for contact with her son. Yemi, learning of his mother’s condition, must decide whether to reveal his secret life and face his familial duties.

“Postcards” is a tale of profound encounters and transformative experiences. It’s a narrative that weaves together the individual stories of its characters, each going through a wide spectrum of emotions and facing their human fears and desires. The series is a poignant reflection on the inner world of its characters and their journey towards self-acceptance.

Postcards is streaming on Netflix