Netflix's new murder-mystery series, 'The Perfect Couple,' directed by Susanne Bier, features an unconventional opening sequence where the cast, including Nicole Kidman and Dakota Fanning, dances to Meghan Trainor's 'Criminals' on a beach. The decision to include this light-hearted dance was intended to signal a fun tone amid the darker themes of the show, which centers on a suspicious death at a wedding. However, the cast was initially skeptical, expressing their disdain in a WhatsApp group, questioning how the choreography fit into their characters and narrative. Despite their concerns, Bier shot the sequence in just one and a half hours, successfully pushing her vision through. The show's reception has been mixed, with some critics describing it as 'ludicrously good' while others deem it 'daft and derivative.' Regardless, the unique opening has become a focal point of audience discussion.