Julia Stiles is a well-known actress in Hollywood for many iconic films during her career. Recently, her talents are getting new eyes as one of her shows, "Riviera", landed on Netflix.
Early Career Highlights
Julia Stiles initially became famous from iconic 90's and early 2000 films such as 10 Things I Hate About You and Save the Last Dance. Her range has showcased her ability in different genres that continue to be popular amongst many age groups.
"Riviera": A New Chapter
The British-Irish show which was originally on Sky has now found a new home on Netflix adding new eyes to this once popular drama. With three seasons in total and starring Stiles the plot takes viewers on an adventurous journey through crime.
Role as Georgina Clios
Julia's role in the show is a complicated one with her character being a American art expert whose life goes into chaos after the death of her husband. As she explores her husbands past it thrusts her into different challenging circumstances as secrets begin to surface.
Plot and Themes Explored in Riviera
Riviera blends an environment of wealth with complex family relationships all while being filled with art, dark secrets and betrayals. There are a number of people in the plot such as Christos, Robert Carver, Irina, and many others that all seem to have their own agendas. The plot keeps viewers guessing at each new episode.
Unveiling Dark Secrets and Deception
The shows’ main plot line involves mysteries and deception that are unraveled as the show progresses. Also an exploration of what secrets lay beneath a perfect looking life. Viewers continue on a quest for answers from both personal betrayal to possible murder as the show continues its journey through it’s storyline.
Julia Stiles' Performance
Stiles' is at the heart of the series providing strong emotion with her ability to explore such an important character. She delivers a performance that is complex adding levels to the viewers intrigue as she moves through different complicated situations. Her character has also been stated to struggle with balancing her high end life style with her own roots from where she had come.
Character's Motives and Struggles
The core values of this show demonstrate what the main character has to navigate such as lies, secrets and betrayals along with whether or not to accept a previous lifestyle she had not known before which provides her internal struggles. Even when having great doubts that the man in question may not even be dead which challenges her perception of reality.
"Riviera's" Journey to Netflix
The shows’ move to a large streaming service like Netflix has created a new form of visibility for the previously well known show which allows for a new level of interest. This movement has also opened up other series and films to this model giving those projects new forms of success as well. This gives the shows’ creative team recognition for their hard work.
New Life for Sky Originals
Sky originally aired the series and it was quite popular. But since joining the Netflix format it now has an even larger viewer demographic and joins other titles in this approach to getting their content noticed. It shows new methods in gaining an audience for shows that have come from less popular platforms.
Julia Stiles and Preston Cook: A Love Story
Beyond her professional endeavors Julia has an important personal life with her marriage to Preston Cook which came to be through a filming opportunity. The two met when they were both working on the same movie. Their lives are intertwined through film as well as personally,
Their Meeting
Julia and Preston met on the set of a thriller in 2014 where she was acting while he worked behind the scenes as assistant cameraman. That led to their long lasting relationship. Their ability to balance both areas is seen in their continued journey together.
Family and Collaboration
The couple have been married since 2017 with three children. Both have previously noted how working as a mother has translated to areas such as directing as well as supporting each other as a married couple in their everyday challenges. Julia and Preston have shown true support of each other for almost 11 years since starting their family together.
Future Possibilities
Julia stated she is very much open to returning to a production of "Riviera" possibly with a movie version of it. It leaves a door open for possibilities even if another full season cannot be delivered at this time. Viewers have resonated with the characters, their personal challenges and how the mystery unfolds so the opportunity is there for more content.
Key Takeaways
- Julia Stiles gained prominence from her memorable 90's- early 2000 roles and now is gaining new attention for "Riviera" on Netflix.
- "Riviera" the series is set in France following her character's challenges and search for truth as a widow navigating secrets.
- She not only stars in “Riviera” but her love story has come about through her time working in the world of filming and set life where she met her now husband.
- Julia’s characters showcase a form of female complexity that gives her the ability to portray all elements of emotions within the scope of many different plot lines.
- There is interest in potentially more to be delivered on Riviera after the show gained additional viewership on Netflix, from possible movies or other additional episodes.