racesgirl2000-1

(2012-04-24 09:32:08)

Garrow's dead sexy

This series is clever and thought-provoking. The period dress and theway that court was conducted are historically accurate and fascinating.As well as the serious cases which are considered, there are thehumorous incidents which help to balance the series.Many British period dramas focus on the upper class folk. This one, bycontrast, brings us face to face with the working class, with theirappalling living conditions, clothing and poor hygiene.Our hero is based upon a real-life figure, William Garrow (1760-1840).He is idealistic, trying to make the law work for those who are unableto help themselves and is well sexy in this version. Thanks to him,many of the rights we now take for granted, came to be accepted.There are just four episodes of this fine series. I hope that the BBCwill see fit to make more, as there is a lot more to be said.

(2012-04-23 22:21:46)

Wonderful series

I totally agree with the previous review. A funny and interestingseries, with very good acting and, as usual for Acorn productions, avery good portray of the period. The only pity is that it is quiteshort all in all. I could have watched much more. Can't wait to seeseason 2. I particularly enjoyed the historical side of it. I hadlittle knowledge on how the anglo-saxon law system evolved. I found Ilearnt something knew while enjoying the show. I have only one smallconcern on the veracity of Garrow's opponents, they all seem to bequite inept at law. I wonder if it is accurate and reflects the factthat they've never been challenged before or if it is mostly in theinterest of the show.