Geek Girl (Netflix, 2024 - 10 episodes) is the story of awkward teen, Harriet Manners. She is considered by herself and others to be a “geek” and even though she strives to fit in, she just doesn’t. Then she is spotted as someone special by a pair of modelling agents who see potential in her. Harriet subsequently embarks on an unlikely career path as a model. It is refreshing to be presented with a story about a teenager that is neither silly nor sickeningly sentimental. The plot line takes the viewer on a satisfying trip that is positive and hopeful.
Donald Combe is a retired English teacher who loves to go to the movies. Until he resumes going to theatres, he has graciously agreed to share his opinions, through "short and sweet" exclusives, of online series and movies for The Local.
