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T2 WHATS UP! July 8 - 14, 2018 BY FRANCIS BABIN TV Media I n recent years, we've seen a real renaissance of the television miniseries. These limited series dominated the '70s and '80s, with such heavy hitters as "Rich Man, Poor Man," "Roots," "Shogun" and "North and South" winning numerous awards and drawing viewers by the millions. The format fell out of favor in the '90s, however. It was nearly revived in the new mil- lennium with "Band of Broth- ers," "Angels in America" and others, but its real comeback arguably wasn't until 2012, with History's mega hit "Hat- fields & McCoys" ruling the airwaves. Since then, we've seen many quality limited se- ries, and on Sunday, July 8, HBO's "Sharp Objects" looks to join this prestigious group. Since breaking onto the scene with her debut novel "Sharp Objects" in 2006, best- selling author Gillian Flynn has been a force to be reckoned with. Her sophomore novel, "Gone Girl," was adapted for the big screen in 2014 by Acad- emy Award-nominated direc- tor David Fincher to great ac- claim from critics and audienc- es alike. The adaptation was a smash success and turned Fly- nn into a household name. The following year, her third and most recent novel, "Dark Places," was successfully adapted into a feature film starring Academy Award win- ner Charlize Theron ("Atomic Blonde," 2017). It was just a matter of time before Flynn's only unadapted novel was giv- en the big screen — or in this case, small screen — treat- ment. The eight-episode series fol- lows St. Louis-based journalist Camille Preaker (Amy Adams, "Arrival," 2016), who returns to her hometown of Wind Gap, Mo., to investigate the grisly murder of two young girls. This is her first assign- ment after a stint in a psychi- atric hospital as a result of years of self-harming, and the homecoming isn't all roses. Although some elements of this story sound a tad familiar, like all of Flynn's works there's much more to it. While authorities are still trying to solve the heinous crime, a new body is discov- ered, and Preaker finds herself identifying with the victims a bit too closely. Her return home has forced her to con- front some personal demons under the watchful and criti- cal eye of her mother, Adora, expertly portrayed by Patricia Clarkson ("House of Cards"). Three preteen victims and a potential serial killer on the loose is a salacious story that should be easy to write, right? Not in Wind Gap. Even with her insights into the town and her understanding of the local culture, Preaker finds it hard to get any information from anyone. Her family name is supposed to open doors, but at every turn she finds herself getting stonewalled by the na- tives — the worst offender be- ing her mother (who's hosting her in her lavish mansion) standing in the way of the truth. Preaker's nights alternate between (unsuccessfully) in- vestigating leads and drinking away her troubles with the Patricia Clarkson stars in "Sharp Objects" Home sweet home continued on page T10 TV FEATURE B/Health Initiatives Research 2 x 5 Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease? Agitation and insomnia are just two common symptoms associated with Alzheimer's disease. If you are interested in learning more about current research and the management of symptoms, please give us a call at 479-575-9600. Call Health Initiatives Research 479-575-9600 to talk to our staff about current trials and more learning opportunities. ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE OR MILD COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT? NOW ENROLLING IN CLINICAL TRIALS! Help us discover new treatment options! You might be able to help with clinical research studies looking at potential treatments for mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease and Mild Cognitive Impairment.