Ian and Emma have a marriage like any other, the usual squabbles, demanding relatives, and all of the complexities that come with a marriage.
I didn't know what to expect, but all I can say is it wasn't this. Let's be honest, this isn't the show for everyone, and I understand the frustrations many felt.
Imagine, a camera following an ordinary family around, this had that kind of vibe, silences, awkward stares etc, the lot.
If you're after something gritty and fast paced,look away now, this probably will frustrate the life out of you, however if you're after something totally different, no murders, no frauds, no intrigue, just the complexities of family life, then give it a try. It gets better with each episode, part one left me scratching my head, wondering if it was for me, I'm glad I persevered.
The theme tune will genuinely drive you insane, it is awful, and will definitely have you reaching for that mute button.
The highlight, the acting, it's worth watching for that acting alone, you will not see better acting that what's presented here, Sean Bean and Nicola Walker are both outstanding, sublimely natural, believable and sincere, if the pair don't win awards, I will be astounded.
I enjoyed it for what it is, I'm not sure I'd want to watch it again, but I'll applaud it for being something different, 7/10.
I didn't know what to expect, but all I can say is it wasn't this. Let's be honest, this isn't the show for everyone, and I understand the frustrations many felt.
Imagine, a camera following an ordinary family around, this had that kind of vibe, silences, awkward stares etc, the lot.
If you're after something gritty and fast paced,look away now, this probably will frustrate the life out of you, however if you're after something totally different, no murders, no frauds, no intrigue, just the complexities of family life, then give it a try. It gets better with each episode, part one left me scratching my head, wondering if it was for me, I'm glad I persevered.
The theme tune will genuinely drive you insane, it is awful, and will definitely have you reaching for that mute button.
The highlight, the acting, it's worth watching for that acting alone, you will not see better acting that what's presented here, Sean Bean and Nicola Walker are both outstanding, sublimely natural, believable and sincere, if the pair don't win awards, I will be astounded.
I enjoyed it for what it is, I'm not sure I'd want to watch it again, but I'll applaud it for being something different, 7/10.