Naomi Watts Shares Thoughts on New Netflix Gypsy Role

Naomi Watts is back to claim the spotlight as Netflix’s “Gypsy” lead actress. That’s right, she’s here to claim and own the role for herself. No more irregular stops in front of the camera. When asked to explain why she grabbed the role, she reveals a piquing fact about herself.

Naomi Watts in Gypsy (2017)/Photo by Netflix

“Gypsy” is an original Netflix series about human flaws, impulses and guilty pleasures. It was written by Lisa Ruben, the scriptwriter of the bondage-themed erotic film, “50 Shades of Gray.” This ‘psychosexual’ thriller revolves around Jean Holloway, a therapist who is a victim to her impulses.

Naomi Watts and Sophie Cookson in Gypsy (2017)/Photo by Alison Cohen Rosa

In an attempt to sate her guilty pleasures, she involves herself in illicit and reckless relationships with individuals who have a direct connection with her clients. Her seemingly organized and perfect life soon turns into a disastrous, foggy mess where secrets are kept, lies are spread and boundaries crossed.

Naomi Watts, imperfection and Jean Holloway

Deceit is the main theme of the story plot, and like many of humans, we lie. Whether it’s a white lie or a gigantic political scheme, we create them. Because of this, Naomi identifies herself with the imperfections of Jean Holloway, not with the same actions as Jean of course, but generally.

Apparently, the 48-year-old actress has always had an interest in ‘human flaws.’ In fact, she admits that she herself has her fair share of flaws that make her human.

Billy Crudup and Naomi Watts in Gypsy (2017) Photo by Alison Cohen Rosa/Netflix

She tells E! Online,  “It’s fun to play people who are struggling with things. It makes good, juicy drama. I’m always interested in human flaws, and she’s definitely full of them. I feel like everyone has a dark side, everyone has desires, but not all of us act on them in the same way she does… That makes it interesting to play that kind of character.”

Netflix’s “Gypsy” aired first on June 30, and it has received a few unpleasant reviews. They called the execution of the first few episodes ‘awful’ and ‘non-thrilling.’ It’s only a matter of time before the cast and crew spring up the good stuff.