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Netflix’s Manga Adaptation ‘Bet’ Isn’t Worth the Gamble: TV Review
Insoired by Homura Kawamoto's beloved manga "Kakegurui," Simon Berrry has reimagined the story of an obsessive gambler who takes over a elite school.
Inspired by Homura Kawamoto’s beloved manga “Kakegurui” (which translates to “compulsive gambler”) and adapted for television by “Warrior Nun” creator Simon Berry, Netflix ‘s latest dramedy series, “ Bet,” is a tale of chance and retribution. Ruled by the vicious Kira (Clara Alexandrova ) and her (mostly) nonverbal sister Riri (Anwen O’Driscoll), the council members also happen to hold the largest wins, ranking in the top 10 and dominating the downtrodden house pets. Though it’s obvious Yumeko has put on a mask to protect herself from past hurts and from being manipulated by Kira and her gang of terror, her constant shrieking, overly bubbly faux personality and odd costuming choices (including a ridiculous micro mini-skirt) don’t seem to add much to the plot.
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