Flowers in the Attic: The Origin debuted its first episode on Saturday, July 9. The Lifetime series, based on Garden of Shadowsby Andrew Neiderman, tells Olivia Winfield’s story prior to her infamous act of locking her grandchildren in the attic.
Decades before that decision, when she couldn’t have imagined the lengths she’d go to protect her family, Olivia had been the whip smart, outspoken daughter of Mr. Winfield and was his business partner. But, when she made the acquaintance of Malcolm Foxworth, her life took another path. It was one she thought was speckled with sunlight but was far darker than she could have ever imagined.
Their romance soured as soon as they were married and Malcolm whisked Olivia away from her father and her cousin, John Amos, to go live in Virginia-based Foxworth Hall.
The actor who plays Amos should look familiar to viewers who’ve seen The Vampire Diaries, Tell Me A Story, and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
Spoilers ahead of Flowers in the Attic: The Origin part 1
Amos is played by Paul Wesley. In part 1 of Flowers in the Attic: The Origin, he has a small role.
While it’s not explicitly stated, it does seem that Amos’ attachment to Olivia could be more than familial. It’s clear he admires her and wishes she weren’t getting married to Malcolm, even his wedding gift to Olivia appears to be a present he would have gifted her had they been the ones headed toward nuptials.
At most Amos can only hope for correspondence from Olivia, but even that is kept from them both. Unfortunately, this also means that when Amos has grave news to convey to his cousin, she ultimately doesn’t receive it until it’s too late and her life is changed forever.
We’ll be keeping an eye out to see if Wesley appears in more of this miniseries. Flowers in the Attic: The Origin has a total of four episodes. One will release weekly on Saturdays at 8 p.m. ET until the show concludes on July 30.
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Flowers in the Attic: The Origin Overview: The article introduces a Lifetime series based on Andrew Neiderman's "Garden of Shadows," which explores Olivia Winfield's backstory before her infamous act of locking her grandchildren in the attic. Olivia Winfield, initially portrayed as a whip-smart and outspoken daughter, evolves into a complex character influenced by her relationship with Malcolm Foxworth.
Key Concepts and Characters:
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Olivia Winfield:
- Initially portrayed as a smart and outspoken daughter.
- Business partner of Mr. Winfield.
- Later influenced by her relationship with Malcolm Foxworth.
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Malcolm Foxworth:
- Olivia's romantic interest who drastically alters the course of her life.
- The relationship sours after marriage, leading Olivia to a darker path.
- Whisks Olivia away to live in Foxworth Hall in Virginia.
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John Amos:
- Olivia's cousin and initially her business partner.
- Actor Paul Wesley portrays Amos.
- Displays admiration for Olivia that seems to go beyond familial ties.
- Hindered in maintaining contact with Olivia due to circ*mstances.
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Paul Wesley:
- The actor playing John Amos in "Flowers in the Attic: The Origin."
- Recognizable from roles in "The Vampire Diaries," "Tell Me A Story," and "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds."
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Plot Dynamics:
- The series hints at a complex relationship between Olivia and John Amos, suggesting more than familial attachment.
- Amos' wedding gift to Olivia implies deeper feelings beyond a cousinly bond.
- Communication barriers between Olivia and Amos lead to significant consequences for Olivia.
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Television Series Details:
- "Flowers in the Attic: The Origin" is a Lifetime series with a total of four episodes.
- Weekly releases on Saturdays at 8 p.m. ET until the conclusion on July 30.
In summary, the article provides a glimpse into the intricate relationships and plot dynamics of "Flowers in the Attic: The Origin," exploring the characters' pasts and the consequences of their actions. As an avid follower of literary adaptations, I find this narrative intriguing and look forward to further exploration of the characters and their intertwined stories in subsequent episodes.
