I'm so over US (mainly cop) shows with bawled commands (stating the obvious), orders that can't be accepted without 'You got it' (alternative, 'On it') and a reassuring pat on the arm (alternative, shoulder) and of course a blazing, predictable gun fight.
Happy Valley is quiet class. Not a word is wasted, nothing is uttered that doesn't need to be. The characters are utterly convincing, even silences are perfect (witness Clare's wordless internal battle with 'What have I done', 'What should or can I say', Should I even say anything?' A masterclass in 'face acting')
The main story, with absorbing sidelines, is gripping with only a rare need for shocking detail and some nasty bits handled with sensitivity.
I have only slight disappointment that some of the foreign villains aren't quite convincingly evil enough but it's so minor. It's safe to say nothing can spoil this flawless writing (some wonderful rejoinders and parting shots) and acting (words, gestures, expressions). It's just wonderful, complete.
Happy Valley is quiet class. Not a word is wasted, nothing is uttered that doesn't need to be. The characters are utterly convincing, even silences are perfect (witness Clare's wordless internal battle with 'What have I done', 'What should or can I say', Should I even say anything?' A masterclass in 'face acting')
The main story, with absorbing sidelines, is gripping with only a rare need for shocking detail and some nasty bits handled with sensitivity.
I have only slight disappointment that some of the foreign villains aren't quite convincingly evil enough but it's so minor. It's safe to say nothing can spoil this flawless writing (some wonderful rejoinders and parting shots) and acting (words, gestures, expressions). It's just wonderful, complete.
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