I have not read the book, and after one episode I still have absolutely no idea why the Toby Jones character, Verloc, is a traitor to his country. What caused him to turn to Russia to get what he wanted in a cause? What's the cause for him?
We know the professors. He makes it very clear - several times.
Since there is no reason given, I can't really get into what Verloc is doing. And when I don't care, it takes away from the story.
The filming is outstanding. As is the acting. One reviewer tore apart the locations saying they were in Glasgow instead of England, and the buildings were built int the wrong period. That doesn't make a difference to me - but a well informed story does.
I wanted to like this and am disappointed that a production this long leaves major questions is frustrating. Here's a man who has a family who loves him and for reasons we are not privy to, is a traitor to his country.
So, 5 stars.
We know the professors. He makes it very clear - several times.
Since there is no reason given, I can't really get into what Verloc is doing. And when I don't care, it takes away from the story.
The filming is outstanding. As is the acting. One reviewer tore apart the locations saying they were in Glasgow instead of England, and the buildings were built int the wrong period. That doesn't make a difference to me - but a well informed story does.
I wanted to like this and am disappointed that a production this long leaves major questions is frustrating. Here's a man who has a family who loves him and for reasons we are not privy to, is a traitor to his country.
So, 5 stars.