D.P Briers – Google

The acting and script in Wolf Hall are nothing short of superb. The performances bring Hilary Mantel's brilliant novels to life, capturing the nuanced political intrigue and personal drama of Thomas Cromwell’s rise to power. The dialogue is sharp, the characters are compelling, and the production design beautifully recreates the Tudor period. However, one aspect of the second series feels jarring. The inclusion of black and brown characters in a story so deeply rooted in 16th-century England feels historically inaccurate. While diversity and inclusion are important, rewriting history in this way undermines the authenticity of the narrative. Tudor England was not a diverse society in the way modern audiences might hope, and this decision disrupts the immersive historical experience the series otherwise achieves so well. It’s disheartening to see the BBC pushing modern ideologies into every corner of their programming, even when it comes at the expense of historical accuracy. This is a missed opportunity to celebrate the series for what it is: a meticulous adaptation of history and literature. The script and acting shine, but these unnecessary choices detract from what could have been a flawless production.