Following Sanditon, I'm approaching these 9.00 p.m. period dramas with a bit of trepidation. Which is why I record them. So far this has proved suitably and entertaining. Family secrets, a girl seduced and betrayed. Ne'er do well sons and relatives on the scrounge, a flirty daughter in law and a young, good looking fellow who doesn't know who he really is. And not a ripped bodice or naked buttock in sight. Hope this continues. I get fed up using the fast-forward button.
Viewers of Victoria will pick up on contemporary references i.e. Peel is in and Lord Melbourne on his way out. For me Tamsin Grieg has the perfect "period" face whether topped by a poke bonnet or severe coiffure. Susan on the other hand looks far too modern. Like someone dressing up. And, I bet Cubitt's are grateful for a bit of free publicity. Just hope it doesn't go OTT and we see a crane at the Isle Of Dogs with the name on the side!
Keep it going Julian. I might even get round to watching Downton one of these days!
Review of Belgravia
