I'm a massive Worzel Gummidge fan of the original John Pertwee TV series, I have them all on DVD plus a few books (from my childhood). So I was naturally intrigued as to what this remake, or re-imagining to be more accurate, would be like.
I didn't go much on the first episode, Mackenzie Crook just wasn't doing it for me, but the two child actors were well done, as was Aunt Sally (pretty creepy) and Steve Pemberton is always great. Thankfully the second episode was better, story wise and content. Michael Palin as the Green Man (Crow Man in the original series), excellent. What I really did like was the beautiful camera work and the terrific folk music, truly magical. It certainly grew on me, hopefully we'll see more of Worzel and friends in the near furure.
Review of Worzel Gummidge
