Mad Men
dir. Matthew Weiner
90
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Set in 1960-1970 New York, this sexy, stylized and provocative drama follows the lives of the ruthlessly competitive men and women of Madison Avenue advertising.
What resonated with audiences
'Mad Men' is lauded for its deep character studies, historical accuracy, and nuanced depiction of the 1960s, focusing on the advertising industry. The show delves into themes of identity, power, and societal change, with standout performances, especially Jon Hamm as Don Draper. Its meticulous period detail receives high praise. However, some viewers critique the slow pacing, repetitive storylines, and occasional frustration with character exits and unresolved plotlines.
Created byMatthew Weiner
StarringJon Hamm, Elisabeth Moss, Vincent Kartheiser, January Jones, Christina Hendricks, Michael Gladis, Aaron Staton, Rich Sommer, Kiernan Shipka, Kevin Rahm
Mad Men
2007 · 7 Seasons · Ended
Drama
Set in 1960-1970 New York, this sexy, stylized and provocative drama follows the lives of the ruthlessly competitive men and women of Madison Avenue advertising.
Our Verdict
90
What resonated with audiences
'Mad Men' is lauded for its deep character studies, historical accuracy, and nuanced depiction of the 1960s, focusing on the advertising industry. The show delves into themes of identity, power, and societal change, with standout performances, especially Jon Hamm as Don Draper. Its meticulous period detail receives high praise. However, some viewers critique the slow pacing, repetitive storylines, and occasional frustration with character exits and unresolved plotlines.
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