Rox Vigg (RoxV)

I adored this film. It has stayed with me and I keep thinking about it - particularly the 2 young leads and their love story and Helen Mirren who is fabulous despite her occasionally dodgy French accent.It was a visual feast and a fascinating cultural clash. I know I will watch it at least 4 times

Rewatching this show reveals just how many layers and profound observations are built into this show. It is certainly one of the best TV shows ever and stands the test of time. At the same time it is an insightful look at the Mafia and Italian life in New Jersey at the turn of the century when their traditions and culture were grinding up against the massive changes in American society.

I've watched this 10 plus times. Always makes me laugh. One of my favourites of all time. Robin and Nathan incredible.

This was surprisingly multilayered and well observed , capturing the zeitgeist of current vacation culture - pre COVID anyway. The subtleties of white privilege and the desecration of Polynesian culture for the whims of the rich middle class. Remarkably layered characterisation of archetypes not previously realised - Particularly the millenial girls. Powerplay in the marriages of the wealthy were well described but also the excruciating exploitation of workers in service industries. Hard to look away from these gripping 6 episodes.

This film is an instant legend. Sacha Baron Cohen is a VERY brave man. Also it was surprisingly moving in parts. I was NOT expecting that. Like Borat 1 it was almost too cringeworthy to watch in parts but that is all part of the genius - and Maria Bakalova is a gift to the world and will put Bulgaria on the map - not to mention she will progress the cause of feminism in Eastern Europe by 50 years.. A must see.