Ray Shoesmith is a father, ex-husband, boyfriend, brother and best friend; tough roles to juggle in the modern age. Especially, when you're also a criminal for hire.Ray Shoesmith is a father, ex-husband, boyfriend, brother and best friend; tough roles to juggle in the modern age. Especially, when you're also a criminal for hire.Ray Shoesmith is a father, ex-husband, boyfriend, brother and best friend; tough roles to juggle in the modern age. Especially, when you're also a criminal for hire.
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Reviewers say 'Mr. Inbetween' is a darkly humorous, compelling series with standout performances, especially Scott Ryan as Ray Shoesmith. The blend of violence, comedy, and poignant drama is unique and praised. The Australian setting and authentic characters are appreciated, though some find the morally ambiguous characters challenging. The episodic format and shorter episodes are both praised for efficiency and criticized for limiting development. Writing, cinematography, and dialogue are highlighted strengths. Despite some negatives, most feedback is highly positive.
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First, let me preface this by saying that I am not Australian and I had no issues with understanding what's been said in the show. If you have a decent grasp on English language you'll be fine through 90% of the dialogues.
Now, to the actual show: it is great! I really struggle to compare it to anything else, I think it's in a league of it's own. Do not be discouraged by <30 min runtime, it's really well paced, and the appropriate amount of content has been packed into each episode (at least in the two I've watched so far).
It's about crime, it's about life, it has some funny or even sweet moments - just the right amount. The protagonist is certainly a man you wouldn't want to **** with. But despite his violent tendencies, he has this all other side to him - a father who clearly wants the best for his daughter, a good friend. He seems to possess an ability to detach himself to a large degree from what he does for a living - like someone who accepted "this is what I do". He's definitely not without a sense of justice or conscience albeit warped by his environment.
Can't wait to watch upcoming episodes!
Now, to the actual show: it is great! I really struggle to compare it to anything else, I think it's in a league of it's own. Do not be discouraged by <30 min runtime, it's really well paced, and the appropriate amount of content has been packed into each episode (at least in the two I've watched so far).
It's about crime, it's about life, it has some funny or even sweet moments - just the right amount. The protagonist is certainly a man you wouldn't want to **** with. But despite his violent tendencies, he has this all other side to him - a father who clearly wants the best for his daughter, a good friend. He seems to possess an ability to detach himself to a large degree from what he does for a living - like someone who accepted "this is what I do". He's definitely not without a sense of justice or conscience albeit warped by his environment.
Can't wait to watch upcoming episodes!
This is the best series I've watched in 2021 by far. First, acting is superb from the main character and most of the others. Brother's performance is terrific. Second, I love the length of every single episode. Impossible to get bored. Last, the storyline is fantastic from begining till the end.
So, overall better than 99% of Hollywood series. Amazing Aussie production.
So, overall better than 99% of Hollywood series. Amazing Aussie production.
Just finished watching all 6 episodes and was clapping at the end. If you get aussie humour and their way of life, then you will enjoy this start to finish.
If Tarrantino made a TV series in australia with a dash of breaking bad, then this would be it. Roll on season 2.....
If Tarrantino made a TV series in australia with a dash of breaking bad, then this would be it. Roll on season 2.....
What a thoroughly entertaining series this is. The story, the characters and the cast are all fantastic.
I binge-watched this series, which is easy to do. The episodes are only 28 minutes long and there are only six of them.
Casting kids in roles for TV is always a challenge as the lines, the actors and the settings almost always seem forced and unnatural... but Chika Yasumura (as Brittany) is simply awesome in her role. She's cute as a button and a 'natural' on screen.
This is simply gripping and exciting telly.
I binge-watched this series, which is easy to do. The episodes are only 28 minutes long and there are only six of them.
Casting kids in roles for TV is always a challenge as the lines, the actors and the settings almost always seem forced and unnatural... but Chika Yasumura (as Brittany) is simply awesome in her role. She's cute as a button and a 'natural' on screen.
This is simply gripping and exciting telly.
This is one of the most entertaining shows I've seen in ages! The main character is a criminal with his own ideas about right and wrong and a very witty sense of humor. I hope there are more episodes in the works for this series as I truly want to know what happens next with this fascinating guy.
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- TriviaBased on Scott Ryan's independent film The Magician (2005). He plays Ray Shoesmith, the conflicted hit-man with a heart of gold, in both projects.
- ConnectionsFeatured in 11th AACTA Awards (2021)
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