MotherFatherSon

From the very first episode I was hooked; however, like some other reviewers have pointed out, I cannot understand the low ratings posted here as I find this a most compelling series with some outstanding acting by all. I don't remember seeing many trailers leading up to the release of this series (like some lesser quality dramas are afforded) and because of that I think the viewing figures are not as high as maybe they should be. I'm only halfway through, but can't wait to see what evolves from this truly outstanding drama.

A good series about modern family who are embroiled in a family drama about power politics and loyalty. Outstanding performances from Richard Gere, Billy Howle and Helen McCory. Finch is a man obsessed with his personal power and truth based on his ambition fueled by his industriast father. He tries to inculcate that ambition into his son Caden who fails to rise to the task. The rising political upheavals and authoritative depot who is reflective ot the Trump-ism of the times. The cult of personality and messianic delusions of the masses. The newspaper man who influences the masses with their own propaganda reminisient of The Murdock empire. A great social study for us.. the script does seem to wander off subject at times and seems to stray from the main storyline.

On an impulse i downloaded all 8 episodes, not knowing what to expect. I was captivated from the start. Every episode making me want to watch more! This is not for people who have a low attention span, it requires a thirst for story-telling and a heart that knows what it is to be human. We are all fragile. For everyone who posseses these qualities, the reward is immense. Good scripting, ruthless characters, fragile characters, parallels with current political shenanigans, joy, pain, excitement etc. Most of all, we have gold standard acting from the whole cast. This is drama at its best. Billy Howle is fantastic - you'll be heartbroken one moment, terrified the next! Everyone else is also brilliant - no-one let's you down. Like others, I am at a loss to understand why some reviews gave this a hard time. Like I said - low attention span. If you miss it - its your misfortune. I wish all TV drama was this good.

I don't understand the bad reviews I was really hooked. I think the acting is superb and a good set up episode. Let's hope the rest of the series lives up to the good start!

Though perhaps seeming a little unpromising after the first episode, MotherFatherSon soon manages to layer rich characterisations together with various strands of political and criminal intrigue to develop a memorable and compelling drama. The three leads are excellent: Richard Gere's study of evil is one of his best ever roles, though the heart of the Drama belongs to the outstanding Helen McCrory as a fiercely loving mother fighting for her son, a fantastic performance by Billy Howles, who tries to rehabilitate mentally and physically following a stroke while simultaneous facing the wrath of dark and powerful forces. Highly recommended.