Irish Blood

So if you watch this you'll have to get over the timeline. Over and over you will hear Fiona repeat. It's been 30 years, however, 30 years is not 1975 that's 50 years because she is using a present day cell phone. So someone really screwed up with the continuity on this one and it's so unnecessary. I found it to be mediocre, and a little too stereotypic and somewhat demeaning to the Irish characters.

This is one for hard-core TV mystery fans only - by which I mean those who will watch just about anything, even clerical detectives. The star of Iris Blood is Alicia Silverstone - who now looks a bit like Kathleen Turner in middle-age - but the plot is more Cluedo than Clueless. It's a color-by-numbers mystery, with underwritten characters and an uninspired plot. And it's only partially redeemed by the Irish setting, which is under-utilised and undermined by every Oirish cliche you can imagine. It also has to be said that Silverstone, who gave one of the greatest comic turns ever captured on film in Clueless, is a clumsy presence here, most particularly in the would-be comic moments. But there the script bears at least 50% of the blame. I persevered for the first two episodes, but no more.

Why on earth they cast the girl from clueless, I have no idea but what could've been a decent show with a pretty decent cast is overwhelmed by the poor choice for the main character. She's hard to watch and if I wanted to watch an American in a lead role, I'd watch American tv. The scenery is beautiful, the story is OK(a little far fetched & silly) but it isn't a good mystery for me. I wish Acorn TV had better mysteries.

Scenery is great. Wish there was more of Jason O'Meara. (Reboot "Life on Mars"- Irish Edition, please!) The policewoman is hilarious. Only seen the first two episodes - am hoping it gets better.

The dynamics between Silverstone and her new-found family could be intriguing - am looking forward to the third episode.

Alicia Silverstone confidently steps into this layered interesting relatable character. Her talent brings an element of humor and intrigue. An added bonus to see beautiful picturesque Ireland. Great acting by all the actors. I love this new show and am looking forward to watching the rest of the season.