Fans have been loving His Dark Materials series 2 so far. The BBC fantasy adaptation based on Phillip Pullman's famous books returned this month, and one character in particular has had a resounding impact on viewers - Mrs Coulter.
Played by Ruth Wilson, Mrs Coulter is a sophisticated and elegant villainess with a complex relationship with Lyra, the show's young protagonist.
Viewers can't get enough of Ruth's portrayal of the "psychotic" villain, with many calling for her to win an award for her performance.
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One viewer said: "If Ruth Wilson doesn't win [BAFTA] for best actress will be a disgrace. Her portrayal of psychotic #mrscoulter should come with a warning".
Another fan shared: "My favourite thing about @darkmaterials is not only that it's a fantastic adaption of books [I] love. But Ruth Wilson is getting all this [acknowledgment] of what a truly [remarkable] actor she is. She's fantastic as Mrs Coulter".
A third fan tweeted a few pictures of Ruth in character, writing: "Ruth Wilson being cast as Marisa Coulter will forever be the most perfect casting decision"
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"Ruth Wilson is that good of an actress I can't tell whether she is truly evil or whether she is actually the good guy", said another.
One person said: "Ruth Wilson is bloody amazing!" while another fan tweeted, "Ruth Wilson is exceptional in this".
"Give Ruth Wilson alllllllll the awards," said another fan.
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One particular scene from yesterday's episode involving Ruth's Mrs Coulter and Lee Scoresby, played by Lin Manuel-Miranda, also drew praise from fans. One person said: "Are we all in agreement that Ruth Wilson and @Lin_Manuel deserve ALL the awards for that incredibly emotionally-charged, impactful scene? This is what adaptation is all about. Being truthful to the source material but expanding, deepening. Such talents!"
Another fan added: "Lin Manuel-Miranda and Ruth Wilson on top form this week".
A third fan tweeted, "That scene between Ruth Wilson and Lin-Manuel was exceptional."
Series 2 is based on Pullman's second book, A Subtle Knife. Filming was completed before the international coronavirus shutdown occurred in late March, affecting lots of TV shows and films around the world.
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For those who need a season one recap, last series Lyra (Dafne Keen) followed Lord Asriel (James McAvoy) into a new world right at the end, just as a new character Will (Amir Wilson) crossed into another universe.
In Season 2, Lyra and Will venture into a town called Cittagazze, with many of the original season's characters trying desperately to track her down.
His Dark Materials continues on Sundays at 9pm on BBC One.
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