Having never read the books, I've loved this series. Someone said in one of the reviews that the show is bleak, and it is. In the best possible way. The production, the script the acting are all fantastic, but it kind of has that understated gloomy feel that I've loved in the Frankenstein Chronicles and Penny Dreadful. It's different, has more humor than these two shows, but the mood is there.
Also, for me the casting choices are far better than those in the movie. The characters feel real and relatable. I think that some of the distinguishing characteristics of the characters were toned down on purpose to achieve that effect. They are much more nuanced and interesting, unlike the over the top characters from the movie, which just felt fake for me.
The plot might get a bit slow for some people, but give it a chance. Season two is even better than the first one, and I can't wait for season three.
Also, for me the casting choices are far better than those in the movie. The characters feel real and relatable. I think that some of the distinguishing characteristics of the characters were toned down on purpose to achieve that effect. They are much more nuanced and interesting, unlike the over the top characters from the movie, which just felt fake for me.
The plot might get a bit slow for some people, but give it a chance. Season two is even better than the first one, and I can't wait for season three.