Aug 07
Doctor Who: An Intergalactic Odyssey Doctor Who has gripped generations for the past six decades and is seen as a fine balance between science fiction, fantasy, and historical adventure. It is an unmistakable British series that has taken the audience through the whole self-consuming process of time and space to a universe full of wonders, …
Aug 07
Peaky Blinders: A Gangster Epic Suited and booted, razor-bladed caps, and living in an entirely criminalized world, Peaky Blinders has taken the audience by storm. The gritty period drama just throws one right into the heart of Birmingham’s underworld during the ruthless rise of the Shelby family and their gang. From the smoky backstreets to …
Aug 07
Sherlock: The Modern Masterpiece It’s in a sea of crime dramas that Sherlock becomes a game-changing reconceptualization of a very familiar literary figure. The British series starred Benedict Cumberbatch as the title detective and injected new blood into the world of Arthur Conan Doyle, moving the legendary sleuth to 21st-century London. Its wit, intelligence, and …
Aug 07
Bodyguard: A High-Stakes Thriller Bodyguard, one of the very few fresh airs within the sea of crime dramas on TV, is the United Kingdom’s biggest scripted hit since Downton Abbey. Against the backdrop of modern-day London, this gripping thriller has taken audiences by storm with its thrilling storyline and three-dimensional characters. The text focuses on …
Aug 07
Poldark: A Cornish Saga Herein lies the sweeping landscapes of Cornwall, passionate characters, and dramatic storylines—the undeniable attraction for Poldark throughout the world. This period drama, set against the scenario of 18th-century England, weaves in romance, adventure, and social commentary. From the rugged cliffs of Cornwall to the gentry’s opulent drawing rooms, Poldark immerses one …
Aug 07
Happy Valley: A Gritty Northern Tale Against the backdrop of these glossy television crime dramas, Happy Valley has been a very raw and candid portrayal of life in modern Britain. This gritty series, set against the stunning backdrop of the Yorkshire Pennines, goes right to the heart of a community fighting off crime, addiction, and …
Aug 07
The Crown: A Regal Drama Since its debut, Netflix’s The Crown has captivated audiences with its lavish production, intricate storytelling, and a glimpse into the gilded cage of the British monarchy. This historical drama, which follows the reign of Queen Elizabeth II from her ascension to the throne to the modern era, has ignited conversations, …
Aug 07
Downton Abbey: Insight into the Gilded Age In the head-spinning daze of reality television and dramas worth bingeing, there is a delicious allure to the slow burn of the period drama. Downton Abbey is, really, at the top of this: a show that swept audiences wholesale off their feet with its intricate tapestry of upstairs-downstairs …
Aug 07
Broadchurch: A Perfect Storm The quiet coastal town of Broadchurch was rocked by a young boy’s murder, sending its idyllic facade crashing down to show a community right on the edge. Broadchurch indeed is vastly a suspense master class with a look right into the center of a close-knit community wracked with tragedy. It unravels …
Aug 07
Vera: A Stormy Detective There is something rather alluring about the brooding, wind-swept landscapes of Northumberland. Together, there is also an equally strong character to complement the ruggedness of this landscape in the form of Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope. Vera comes clad in her unique knitwear, no-nonsense attitude, and razor-sharp intellect, which markedly sets …