HBO’sThe White Lotusjust returned for its third season, and it already promises plenty of unhinged chaos.

Imperioli’s task isn’t easy.

Zahn is in his comfort zone as Mark.

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However, Valentina (Sabrina Impacciatore) is far better at handling it than her Hawaiian counterpart.

Valentina is a challenging role to play without making her seem like a cardboard cutout.

The familiar but criminally underrated Murray Bartlet rightfully won the Emmy for his portrayal of Armond.

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At first, she comes across as just another vapid wife skillfully overlooking her husband’s infidelities and flaws.

Every word she says, every smile she draws, and every look she gives is calculated and precise.

Tanya is a fascinating character that can be very easily misunderstood.

Dominic looking intently ahead in The White Lotus Season 2

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In her words, all we can say is “mother, mother, mother.”

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Mark Mossbacher looking confidently ahead in The White Lotus Season 1

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Two women walk through the street in ‘The White Lotus’

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Theo James with a cocky smile in The White Lotus Season 2

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Natasha Rothwell as Belinda in The White Lotus Season 3 Episode 1.

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Harper looking at Ethan with a serious expression at the hotel restaurant in ‘The White Lotus’

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Sabrina Impacciatore as Valentina standing in a dock in ‘The White Lotus’

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Murray Bartlett in The White Lotus

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Meghann Fahy in The White Lotus smiling with a colorful outfit, hand on her cheek.

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