Kate Winslet Stars as a Dictator in HBO's New Miniseries 'The Regime'

The series, premiering March 3, showcases Winslet's comedic talents in a satirical take on autocracy, featuring a fictional European nation.

Winslet consulted a neuroscientist to deeply understand her character, Chancellor Elena Vernham, a farcical dictator.
The series, created by Will Tracy, blends comedy and satire to explore the absurdity of autocratic rule.
Despite its comedic success, critics argue 'The Regime' struggles to deliver a potent political satire.
The show is described as a seriocomic dramedy, with Winslet's character forming a peculiar bond with a violent soldier.
'The Regime' airs weekly on HBO, with its finale scheduled for April 7.