The 'Sharp Objects' finale proved the dark power of generational trauma

This article contains spoilers for the finale of Sharp Objects. 

However much Sharp Objects seemed like a murder mystery, the finale turned out to be a devastating example of the generational harm done by abuse, neglect, and mental illness on families that don’t have the tools to manage their trauma. 

Before Amma, there was Camille. Before Camille, Adora. And before Adora, there was Joya. Three generations of Preaker women and not one of them was untouched by the cruelty and madness of their town and place. 

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While Joya Preaker’s role in perpetuating and perhaps creating a cycle that led to her daughter and granddaughter becoming murderers was largely offscreen, her presence and influence on Adora felt oppressively present through the finale.  Read more...

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