‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 review: More murder, mystery and maybe enlightenment
The recently produced season of this show was filmed in Thailand, where the Four Seasons Koh Samui stood in for the central resort. Previous episodes were set in Maui and Sicily. This version of White Lotus presents a luxurious wellness retreat that focuses on mental and physical well-being, with electronic devices being kept secure for those opting in — although not everyone chooses to participate. However, there are still bars, restaurants, and entertainment available.
Creator, writer, and director Mike White delves into spiritual themes in this series, similar to his exploration of sexual topics in the past. Nevertheless, sexual content is present, but it intertwines with the spiritual, and vice versa. Essentially, it can be seen as a follow-up to «Enlightened,» a 2011 HBO series created by White and starring Laura Dern. The story revolves around a businesswoman who undergoes a transformation following a nervous breakdown at a tropical spa.