How terrible is the new 'Sex and the City' reboot? We debate

The "Sex and the City" reboot "And Just Like That ..." hit Earth by way of HBO Max on Thursday morning--staff writer Meredith Blake and culture critic Mary McNamara have differing opinions.
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How terrible is the 'Sex and the City' reboot? We duke it out Click to view images

We break down the good, the bad and the fabulous of HBO Max's new 'Sex and the City' reboot, 'And Just Like That ...'

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