This is a rare beast - a measured, thought-provoking show that was allowed to unfold at its own pace. Frequently tense, with outbursts of extreme violence, yet it never lost sight of the philosophical themes that drove it.
A terrific cast of actors, beautifully-directed in incredible locations that at times gave it the feel of a fever dream.
The fact that Ridley Scott put his name to this tells you that, not only is it exceptional, it's shot through with Scott's recurring thematic obsessions, but told in an original, challenging, thoroughly-entertaining way.
This is an open goal for any broadcaster - a golden opportunity to pick up a gem of a show that's proven itself beyond doubt - and run with it.
A terrific cast of actors, beautifully-directed in incredible locations that at times gave it the feel of a fever dream.
The fact that Ridley Scott put his name to this tells you that, not only is it exceptional, it's shot through with Scott's recurring thematic obsessions, but told in an original, challenging, thoroughly-entertaining way.
This is an open goal for any broadcaster - a golden opportunity to pick up a gem of a show that's proven itself beyond doubt - and run with it.