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HBO show 'The Idol' ends early due to poor reception and creative differences

  • The Idol premiered to negative reviews, with critics calling it "torture porn."
  • The show was originally set to have six episodes but will end after five due to the creator leaving the production.
  • The show follows pop star Jocelyn as she tries to reclaim fame after a breakdown.
  • Lily-Rose Depp's performance as Jocelyn has been praised as the only good part of the poorly-received show.
  • The show has been called out for misogyny and the music industry's exploitation of young stars.
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