Reviews

The performances of the cast were absolutely outstanding. You could feel the love, frustration and strength of bond between them all. Having Jodie on screen again after so long was the reason I watched the film but crikey, they all excelled, Annette just shone and even the support team were a delight to watch. No nonsense, tough it out, full of grit and character it made me all emotional to watch. This is a true story and I had to keep reminding myself of that whilst watching as it was pretty unbelievable!!! I had not heard of Nyad the woman before, I am from the UK and was not privy to her previous accomplishments but one thing is for sure, I certainly will not forget her (or Bonnie the bestie)

Save yourself the effort. Bruce is barely in it. The young girl was really good, the cop was OK too, the killer was pretty creepy but please ffs, if you are going to cast the very beautiful Megan Fox as a sidekick cop who has been through the night she had, lose the make up, lashes, hair extensions etc. The editing was absolutely awful, really choppy in places and left the film feeling like a disjointed, made for TV movie.

I liked the cinematography and the story was interesting but that's about as good as it gets. Some of the acting is atrocious which is very off-putting but the most annoying thing that I just could not get past was the soundtrack. It drove me nuts. The humming, the choir, the electronic synth sounds were inappropiately placed and constant. It was obviously deliberate to match the surreal and futuristic styling of the show but quite honestly, it just made me want to turn it off.

I really feel that this film has slipped under the radar. Probably because the openers are very cheesy and the titles look so old fashioned. I likened them to an eighties horror movie!! I imagine many people watched a few minutes and then turned it off. More fool them. The plot was very good and the pace was brilliant. Pierce was a bit of an odd choice, not sure he fit his role so well but the family unit were really believable. In particular, the kids acting was a real coup, watch out for those two. I couldn't help but liken it to all the current atrocities going on in the world which is likely why it resonated with me. I would watch this again.

I have really enjoyed this drama series. I had little knowledge of the era and found myself scouring the internet to see what actually happened to king Alfred as I was curious. It's not often something peaks my interest so greatly hence the review. I particularly like the way the scenes are shot. The Baron wastelands, the marshes and fields look so cold and dreary you actually feel transported back to the dark ages. There are very few effects so the actors look like they worked hard for their money. I particularly liked the way Alfred was portrayed, flawed but contemplative. The main character is handsome enough without looking like a male model, rugged and fiery but scarred too which made him more interesting. I was really pleased at the inferance of a second series, I have high expectations.

I started so I will finish. I gave it two episodes and now I want to know what happens so I will watch it until it finishes. I am annoyed with myself for wasting my time on it though. It is a frustrating show. I like the premise and the storyline, the problem is the editing and some of the cast. There is a lot of overacting particularly by the two bosses, I mean really, you don't have to be bursting with anger in ALL your scenes! Also, how come the new guy ends of practically running things straight off?! Some of the supporting cast are brilliant but you are left confused about who to like. They are all so miserable and grumpy it's like watching eastenders. Basically, the show is trying to be Luther but fails miserably!

I get REALLY cross when people who have a regular sense of humour watch sardonic humour and get all bent out of shape. If you do not understand original British humour, turn it OFF! No one is making you watch it! Right. The show itself is like a fly on the wall drama, much like Happy Valley. It contains the same bitching, moaning and competitiveness that is in the real world. It also shows how relationships and friendships in the workplace grow and how you come to rely on all sorts of people you come into contact with. The storyline is actually quiet dark and gripping thrown in with some absolutely CLASSIC humour such as the cleaners on the phones with their feet up! I can just imagine that happening in darkened offices everywhere! I love it and hope the show continues in exactly the same vein. The characters remind me of people I actually know, because they are real not some shiny gorgeous eye candy who cannot act. Keep them coming folks 😀

I absolutely loved this film!

It was so colourful and cheery which any Christmas film should be but i just LOVED the writing! The storyline is completely brilliant with Santa and his elves being turned into a military operation.

The dynamic between Santa and his own family mirroring the actual lives of many families today. The game board scene squabbling was so reminiscent of my own family that i found it hilarious.

The portrayal of Mrs Claus was ace, reminding me of our very own queen Elizabeth was particularly dry witted and the little determined elf just was the icing on the cake.

Watch this movie, even as an adult, it was delightful

Yes, i know. Why rate a load of gubbins a SEVEN?! Well, let me tell you. The storyline is a bit patchy, well, a lot patchy. It is also really, really cheesy. I mean, seriously, my cheesy nachos covered in cheese sauce has less cheese. I quite simply do not care. The amount of musicians in this movie is gob smacking! Legends i say! Willie nelson, harry conick, lyle lovatt. All crooning and warbling to their hearts content. Something about these peoples love of music shines through the rest of the awfulness! If you love country music, then this is movie for you. If you love sickening xmas movies, this is also for you. Other than that, avoid like the plague. I myself, well, i liked it. It made me feel gooey xx

This show is fantastic. I do not feel the need to write more but guidelines say i must so here goes. The acting is beyond brilliant. Raquel from corrie just kicks butt as a seen it all copper who takes no messing.

It was so bizarre seeing so many usual comedy actors taking on such gritty roles. The enraged pathetic father was not much of a stray from his benidorm character except for his gainful employment but his ever cheery wife switching to a recovering drug addict was a complete shocker! The savage effects of drugs, the unusual scenic background and the hard core British bobby bot taking no for an answer really got my blood racing. As soon as i hear the music i am straight back there in the village wanting a cup of tea and a fag on the doorstop with them all. If you are into rainbows and fairies and happy endings this is not the show for you. If you like a bit of slap you around the face dirty gritty drama then pull up a chair, you will not want to move until its finished! Second series PLEASE!

This is a very slow, drawn out drama. I emphasise that because so many people give the thought provoking long drama negative reviews. Just not enough fast paced explosions for people. If that is what you like go to channel five or Hollywood. The BBC make gritty, real life dramas for the intelligent person who do not need fuel filled, jaw dropping moments to keep them interested. This programme is about people, relationships, how a moment can change your life forever. How people react so differently to situations and how it affects them. The actors take you on a journey, tony, so blinded by guilt and rage that at times you have no empathy for him whatsoever until you reflect on his loss and wonder how you yourself would react. I find the acting brilliant and i like the time skips, if at times, if you have blinked it gets a little confusing as to what era you are looking at particularly when the young french man goes to the UK. I was confused as to what era I was watching at one point. Besides that i am avidly waiting for the next episode, particularly after the 'jaw dropping' twist of the last episode with the boat incident (you see what i did there)?! Watch and enjoy and if you cannot sit still for a drawn out programme, go watch x factor!

Its starts a little slowly and weird. i was worried it was going to go a bit under the dome ridiculous. After the third episode i was hooked. The little girl is quite frankly, frighteningly good! I found myself needing to know what on earth was going on. I liked the ending too, which was satisfying, a little carrot dangle for a possible future series. There were a few loopholes that had my nose wrinkling but i forgave all and moved on. Some of the acting was also a little ropey but i do like john Simms so again, i got over it pretty quickly. A good Friday night whilst having a curry sort of show. I didn't play on the ipad whilst i watched it so it held my attention more than most!