Anya Taylor-Joy was recently photographed in Florida alongside her husband, musician Malcolm McRae. The couple was seen enjoying a stroll in Bill Baggs, Cape Florida State Park, on Friday. Taylor-Joy, who co-produced the new Apple TV series "Lucky," was in New York promoting the show prior to her Florida outing.
"Lucky," which premiered on Apple TV+ on July 15, has received a range of critical assessments. Some reviewers have described the series as 'tediously formulaic,' while others have praised Taylor-Joy's performance, calling her 'riveting.' The show, directed by Jet Wilkinson, follows Taylor-Joy as Luciana 'Lucky' Armstrong, a con artist on the run after a heist goes awry. The character is pursued by both the FBI and a crime boss, portrayed by Annette Bening.
Critical responses have varied. The Daily Telegraph awarded the series two stars, with critic Ed Power stating the story felt like a mash-up of "Pulp Fiction" and adaptations of Elmore Leonard novels, and that Taylor-Joy appeared 'mildly discommoded.' Another two-star review from Roger Ebert's publication noted "Lucky" as an example of the "Why Isn’t This a Movie" problem, suggesting that the show spins its wheels to meet episode order rather than developing the story at a reasonable pace.
The Guardian gave "Lucky" three stars, calling it 'classic summer viewing' but suggesting the script and themes were not fully committed. In contrast, NME offered a four-star review, describing the seven-part thriller as 'instantly gripping, filled with twists and lots of fun.' NME critic Nick Levine noted that Taylor-Joy, who also appeared in "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga," is 'riveting' as the protagonist.
Other publications have also weighed in. The Wrap described the show as a 'non-stop thrills show with a fast pace,' while Variety suggested the series prompts viewers to 'face ourselves, even the broken and painful bits.' The Hollywood Reporter commented that the show is 'half frivolous lark, half self-important commentary,' but that Taylor-Joy and the cast work hard to overcome the 'underdeveloped stream.'