Actress Jane Adams has responded to feminist critics of HBO's "The Idol," a series that has drawn attention for its explicit content and nudity. In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Adams directly addressed those who have criticized the show's portrayal of women, telling them to "go f--- yourself."

Adams emphasized that the women involved in the production have spoken about their positive experiences, and she feels their voices are being ignored. She expressed disbelief at the resistance to changing the narrative surrounding the series.

"The Idol" stars Lily-Rose Depp as a rising pop star who enters a relationship with a cult leader, played by Abel "The Weeknd" Tesfaye. The series has sparked controversy due to its explicit sexual content. Adams, however, maintains that she, Depp, and co-star Da'Vine Joy Randolph had positive experiences on set.

This stance counters a March report from Rolling Stone that described the show's production as dysfunctional and the content as "sexual torture porn" after director Amy Seimetz's departure and Sam Levinson taking over. Vanity Fair noted Adams' disagreement with Rolling Stone's portrayal of the set.

Earlier this year, Depp defended Levinson, calling him the "best director" she's worked with and emphasizing the collaborative and respectful environment he fostered. Co-star Hank Azaria also defended the working conditions on set, stating that Depp felt safe and protected during filming, and that all sensitive scenes were handled with care.