“A Dance with Death: Netflix’s ‘The Perfect Couple’ Blends Murder and Meghan Trainor in a Seaside Soirée”
Darlings, prepare yourselves for the ultimate summer binge that’s as intoxicating as a champagne flute of scandal. Netflix’s latest offering, “The Perfect Couple,” has sashayed onto our screens, serving us a delectable cocktail of murder, mystery, and—hold onto your Manolos—a flash mob dance sequence that’s simply to die for.
Set against the backdrop of Nantucket’s sun-kissed shores, this six-episode series is a sartorial feast for the eyes. Think “Big Little Lies” meets “The White Lotus,” with a dash of “Saturday Night Fever” thrown in for good measure. The story revolves around the ill-fated nuptials of Amelia Sacks (Eve Hewson) and Benji Winbury (Billy Howle), a union that’s more cursed than a pair of knockoff Louboutins.
In a stroke of genius that would make even Anna Wintour raise an eyebrow, director Susanne Bier has gifted us with an opening credits sequence that’s as addictive as the latest It bag. Picture this: the entire cast, including the incomparable Nicole Kidman and the eternally chic Isabelle Adjani, breaking it down to Meghan Trainor’s “Criminals.” It’s a moment so deliciously meta, you’ll want to rewind and watch it again and again.
Charm La’Donna, the mastermind behind some of the most iconic music video choreography, lends her magic touch to create a routine that’s one part TikTok trend, two parts timeless groove. As Meghann Fahy, who plays the bride’s bestie Merritt Monaco, gushes, “We were all a little bit nervous about it, and then we ended up having so much fun.”
But this isn’t just about the fancy footwork. Oh no, my fashionable friends. This dance sequence sets the tone for a series that promises to be as layered as a couture gown. Bier describes it as “a slightly heightened reality,” inviting viewers to kick off their Jimmy Choos and dive into a world where every glance could be hiding a deadly secret.
Based on Elin Hilderbrand’s bestseller, “The Perfect Couple” gives us everything we crave: oysters, seaside glamour, and a corpse that ruins all of soon-to-be mother-in-law Greer Garrison Winbury’s (Nicole Kidman) impeccable planning. It’s a reminder that even the most exquisite Vera Wang can’t protect you from murder most foul.
As we shimmy through this whodunit, let’s not forget the genius behind bringing dance to death’s door. Executive producer Gail Berman, fresh from the viral success of Wednesday’s unforgettable dance scene, knew exactly what she was doing. It’s proof positive that in the world of streaming, a killer routine can be just as important as a killer plot.
“The Perfect Couple” is here to prove that sometimes, the most fashionable accessory is a dash of danger and a choreographed alibi. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have some dance moves to practice—one never knows when they might need to bust a move at a murder scene.
