+ The writing and story-telling have been great so far. Much more consistent and plausible, and far less sappy and cringe-worthy than Downtown Abbey. It is closer in style to the writings of Victorian authors like Trollope and Dickens, which is apt for this setting.
+ Visually gorgeous and picturesque. Nineteenth century London is relatively fresh among period dramas.
+ Great performances all around.
+ Lead characters are worth rooting for.
+ Visually gorgeous and picturesque. Nineteenth century London is relatively fresh among period dramas.
+ Great performances all around.
+ Lead characters are worth rooting for.
- The "downstairs" stuff is tacked on and distracting. Waste of some talented actors in unnecessary roles.