Based on Holly Ringland’s award-winning novel, The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart was released on August 4, 2023. The series got widespread acclaim, earning praise from fans internationally for its powerful portrayal of themes such as resilience, sisterhood, and friendship.
The show is also commended for giving voice to millions of women facing violence behind closed doors, resonating with the audience on a profound level. Given its good reception, The Lost Heart of Alice Hart earned a rating of 7.8 on IMDb and 82% approval on the Tomatometer, making the show a perfect addition to the audience’s watchlist.
Adding to its compelling themes, the show subtly integrates heartrending songs into its narrative, evoking emotional responses from the viewers. The inclusion of poignant music enhances the storytelling, creating a more immersive experience for the audience. The series captivates not only with themes but also with its artfully selected soundtrack.
Every song in The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart
Episode 1: "Black Fire Orchid"
- Let’s Stick Together – Bryan Ferry
- Teardrop – Massive Attack
- Hospital to Thornfield – Hania Rani
- Ouverture – Hania Rani & Dobrawa Czocher
Episode 2: ‘Wattle’
- June – Hania Rani
- 5.17 – Thom Yorke
Episode 4: "River Lily"
- Panic Attack – Hania Rani
- Oggi Memory – Hania Rani
- Motion Sickness – Phoebe Bridgers
- Don’t Touch My Cadillac · Jamison Hollister & Aaron Kaplan
- Ring of Fire – Johnny Cash
- Eagle Rock – Daddy Cool
- Blue Monday – New Order
- Marked for Death – Emma Ruth Rundle
Episode 5: "Desert Oak"
- A Place I Can Go – Muoone & Monty
- Days Roll By – Hubert Hitchon & Isla Moony
- Anenome – The Brian Jonestown Massacre
- Hate to Say I Told You So – The Hives
- Stretch Your Eyes – Agnes Obel
Episode 6: "Wheel of Fire"
- Changeling – DJ Shadow
- Auto – Onegg
- Fly (feat. Ngaiire) – Birdz
- Catch the Wind (Single Version with Strings) – Donovan
- June – Hania Rani
- Woodstock – Joni Mitchell
- Seven Elephants – Nathan Maurice
Episode 7: "Sturt’s Desert Pea"
- June – Hania Rani
- Germs – Sycco
- Bury Me Deep In Love – Jimmy Little
- Gimme Shelter – The Rolling Stones
- Lost Flowers Book – Hania Rani
Plot Summary
Holly Ringland’s The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart follows the eponymous protagonist, Alice Hart, who experiences trauma at a very delicate age when a devastating fire shatters her family. The story begins with Alice as a child living with her emotionally distant father, and it unfolds as she copes with the aftermath of tragedy.
After the disaster, Alice is sent to live with her estranged grandmother, June, at her flower farm. The latter teaches her grandchild the language of native Australian flowers as a means of healing and communication. As Alice grows into a young woman, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting the secrets of her family’s past and the impact they’ve had on her.
As the story progresses, Alice encounters challenges and uncovers family secrets, ultimately finding a way to bloom like the flowers she has come to understand and appreciate.
Where to watch The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart
All episodes of The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart are available to stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. The Prime Video subscription, included with a Prime membership, costs $14.99 per month or $139 per year. Besides The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart, the streaming provides an array of shows, including The Summer I Turned Pretty, Reacher, Daisy Jones & the Six, and more.
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