Total Control

I just watched Series 1,2 and 3 and I am hoping there's a Series 4. The political machinations could be applied to many countries and the writing is in a class by itself, the maneuvering of all to rise to the top of the heap using every technique, threat and favours owed and given.

Deborah Mailman is particularly brilliant in her role along with Rachel Griffiths.

Their antagonist realatship is well written as the viewer knows there are so many other layers lying underneath it. And the distrust is often palpable even though they know underneath it all that again they need each other to get ahead.

Aboriginal issues are key in all the political skullduggery, some politicians using it as another club to get ahead.

Highly enjoyable and intelligent and unforgettable characters.

I saw this on Sundance but I believe Acorn has also streamed a series or 2.

9/10.

Deb Mailman is incredible in her role. I love love this tv series. Series one was fantastic but Series two....is awesome.

The story of Australian politics is so up to date with what is happening right now.

May the independents win the next election and leave out 2 party idiots out of the game altogether.

Well, I just watched the final episode, and all I can say is WOW. Well done to the writers, and the overall quality is excellent. I love the use of the old Parliament house chambers. The cast give powerful and emotional performances, particularly Deborah Mailman as Alex Irving, Rachel Griffiths as Rachel Anderson and Harry Richardson as Jonathan Cosgrove. Celia Ireland as Tracey Helliar is really growing into her part. Shantae Barnes Cowan as Jess Clarke is a natural, taking us all with her. Gosh William McInnes as Laurie Martin has come a long way since Sea Change, always brilliant. To all the cast and crew, thanks for this very entertaining series. It will become a classic.

I wasn't quite sure how the story in season 2 would develop, but after just watching the first two episodes, I'd say it's better than season 1. This season feels a little more grounded in reality, with Mailman continuing to excel in the role.

Anyway Deborah Mailman shines as the central character of a Queensland senator handpicked by the PM to fill a vacancy. Having watched the first episode it has so much potential and already questions arise about the motives of the PM (Rachel Griffiths) and where this is going to head. Looking forward to the next episodes,