I thought the second series of the Norwegian drama "State of Happiness", which finished yesterday, was just superb. Watched recordings I made of the final two episodes a couple of times already. Just cannot fault this drama, it had everything. Just don't know how on earth they did the disaster scenes on the semi-submersible drilling rig (which was acting as a crew accommodation unit in this case) and the adjacent fixed production platform. Incredible. Well done Norway and everyone involved in the making of this TV film. (A final word, I must admit that the final scene had me all choked-up. Very sad, but beautifully done)
Bugger, I thought it was a rerun of the 1st series. So skipped it: more to watch on i-Player when I get back from France.
I am sure you will enjoy Series 2. i-Player is unavailable, unfortunately, outside the UK (unsure about Ireland, but I would imagine one can get it there too?). i-Player certainly is the BBC's 'Crown Jewel'. However, no complaints; I am thankful I can get UK channels on my Filmon facility, which does a darn good job, with an excellent recording system. "State of Happiness and "Shetland" are the best two dramas I've seen on BBC TV for a long long time.
Loved him in Cracker. Also a very early appearance in one of the Comic Strip Presents episodes called Summer School RIP
Yes indeed, a fine actor who was brilliant in many of the roles he undertook. He will be sadly missed. RIP Robbie
Last night I was privileged to watch Netflix’s latest movie offering, the German film, Im Westen Nichts Neues (All Quiet On The Western Front), based on the novel by Erich Maria Remarque. I shall not attempt to review the film, save to say it tells the experiences in the trenches of a young German in the First World War. This film is not for the squeamish. The brilliant cinematography depicts the horrors, suffering, and futility of war in a way that will sadden you to the core. I shall never forget it. Yet everyone should see it, if only as a shining example of an anti-war movie. I’ve always thought that another German movie, Das Boot, was the finest war film I have ever seen, closely followed by a much older film, Paths of Glory. This is right up there with those two. I’d certainly be interested to know what any other member thinks of it.
Thanks Tam - I saw the Netflix release and it is on my “to watch” list. Need to finish Dahmer first. Best war film for me would have to be Full Metal Jacket closely followed by Kajaki (also known as Kilo Two Bravo).
Yes, that was a bit harsh of Chan. The remedy, of course, is that many of us should look in the mirror at regular intervals, compare the image with a handy shot of one in our 20's, and there you go. It certainly is a chastening experience, if nothing else.
