BaronVonKolisch

An accomplished piece of work: good production values, some decent acting and a whole bunch of stories and relationships that evolve very naturally.

In essence, a tale of fragile humans trying to survive the everyday 'dog eat dog' world of news journalism. The characters may be a little over-the-top, but they are a vital catalyst to the madcap frenzy that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

Season 2 reaches similar heights, but for me, somewhat dilutes the charms of the starring duo. The constant feuding of the pair results in Dale becoming a weaker, more lost soul, while Helen inexplicably develops a persona that is altogether more uncaring and self-obsessed. Yet, if some of us care less about these two and their fates, then we can at least applaud the expanded role given to floor manager Noelene, who quickly finds a way into our hearts.

It should also be acknowledged that the script avoids the most predictable outcomes most of the time. The final episode is very skillfully constructed and raises the bar for a possible third series. - 8.4/10.

Sadly, the early episodes offered nothing new in the world of Nordic Noir and at times, the drama moved along soporifically, harboring only a modicum of intrigue and suspense.

Thankfully, my lasting impression was improved by the beautiful Faroese scenery and an energetic and well constructed final episode. Yet there is no mistaking that the production was, on the whole, too derivative and a little bland.

Were the makers' unresolved cliffhangers potent enough to make me watch a second season? I'm undecided. - 7.5/10.

Undoubtedly, there were some aspects of this production that deserved praise. The lead character was not from the woke generation. For once, not the all-conquering superwoman who could do it all on her own. Far from it, her vulnerability was refreshing and unpretentious. The overall premise too, was quite compelling, as it teasingly dipped in and out of the supernatural world and appeared to contain a story worth telling.

That said, not much of it was executed in a believable manner, or with any real panache.

There was a lingering feeling that at some point it would catch fire, and deliver some shocking, suspenseful moment, or at least a surprise twist. Sadly, a limp ending was about as surprising as it ever got. - 6.8/10.