Matt Smith left dragon fighting in House of the Dragon to enter a much more troublesome realm in The Death of Bunny Munro. The 6-episode series, an adaptation of the controversial and provocative novel by Nick Cave, has finally arrived and critics are not ignoring it.There are three reasons why The Death of Bunny Munro is being noticed by people: the fearless acting of Matt Smith, the direction is sharp and bold, and a surprisingly high rating on Rotten Tomatoes, for something this wild and uncomfortable. It reveals that the audience, or at least the critics, are ready to side with a somewhat messy and clumsy protagonist when the narrative and the creation are good.The Death of Bunny Munro debuts with a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes View this post on Instagram Instagram PostWhen there is a new series released and the Tomatometer score is in the 90s, people pay attention. The Death of Bunny Munro opened with a high rating of 92 percent at Rotten Tomatoes, according to multiple critic assessments, which is definitely an indication it was welcomed with open arms.Such a score does not imply that all critics fell in love with every single moment of the show but it does indicate that most of them felt that the hard themes, solid production and good performances of The Death of Bunny Munro were something to be praised.First reviews emphasize the fact that the series is not afraid of exploring complex issues such as sex addiction, toxic masculinity, and grief. Nevertheless, it somehow still manages to find some genuine emotions and even dark humor amid all that weight.A good Rotten Tomatoes score also enables the series to be the centre of discussions, and as a result it will appear in editor lists, recommendation lists, and on the radar of people in general. This type of critical appreciation is very precious to a show that deliberately strives to be uncomfortable to the audience at times. It informs viewers that it is not a cheap drama, but a quality tale that even critics believe is worth viewing.The casting of Matt Smith in The Death of Bunny Munro View this post on Instagram Instagram PostThe character of Bunny Munro played by Matt Smith is such a role that everyone would immediately start talking about. Smith is accustomed to playing serious roles, like fierce and complicated Daemon Targaryen in House of the Dragon, but Bunny is another story.Bunny Munro is an appealing and yet self-destructive salesman, a person who employs his charm as a personal weapon and utterly fails to handle the responsibilities of fatherhood. According to the critics, the show is all about Smith’s performance. He is charismatic and horrible, humorous and hurtful, simultaneously, all that this story requires. Smith somehow manages to make an ugly, unattractive character interesting to watch, without ever attempting to justify the actions of the character.It is that equilibrium that makes, what might have been a very uncomfortable story, compelling and significant. Since Smith has made Bunny so likable, the show compels viewers to ask themselves why we are attracted to such charismatic individuals, despite their awful personality. It is through this conflict that The Death of Bunny Munro may delve more deeply into topics like family heritage, addiction, and what being a father entails.Why critics are praising the show’s craft View this post on Instagram Instagram PostThe show is claimed to be successful due to its stinging direction, confident visual appeal and adaptation that does not sanction the harsh scenes of the novel. The creators combine dark comedy with sincerity, using each uncomfortable scene to present consequences, not shock value. The supporting cast (particularly the young actor portraying Bunny Jr.), are also commended by the reviewers, while the production design is said to be grounded as the story seems realistic even when things take strange turns.However, there is a warning that this is not a feel-good TV. Certain scenes are hard and deliberately unpleasant. This is not going to be light entertainment. However, if you want something that will challenge you, get you thinking, and not mince words, critics say The Death of Bunny Munro can do just that, which explains its high score at Rotten Tomatoes.For more such insights on The Death of Bunny Munro, keep following SoapCentral.