Penny Dreadful

Penny Dreadful (2014) 

Season 1 – 90% – The enchanting and captivating story stole me with its premise. Mixing tension in Victorian London with iconic stories from that period and talented actors who shine the most in unexpected scenes – that alone is a million-dollar idea. Adding intriguing characters who become more and more interesting with every episode is a step towards instant addiction, especially when combined with Abel Korzeniowski's intoxicating music. The complex web of Vanessa's fate, meticulously revealed to the viewer, ultimately reaches its destination in a surprisingly straightforward way, only a step away from being rated a masterpiece. Nevertheless, that doesn't change the fact that I will always find my way to Sir Malcolm's house. Season 2 – 100% – A work of art in every sense. At first glance, it seems like a new version of the previous season, but gradually it delves deeper into the emotions and lives of the main characters. With its magnificent art design, it takes the audience to every corner of London, and the flawless performances leave you breathless. Eva Green, Billie Piper, and Rory Kinnear are brilliant in every scene, erasing the boundaries of a typical TV series experience. The second and third perspective introduce so many conflicting feelings that they will resonate within me for a long time. The fight for happiness and the effort to rise after every blow life and our own uniqueness deliver are equally exhaustive and destructive in our lives, even in those where witches and immortals accompany us. Season 3 – 100% – Brilliant dialogue, heart-wrenching music, acting performances on the verge of perfection, and a feeling that this series was perhaps too good to run for many years. The third season revolving around Miss Ives is the essence of everything I love about London at the end of the 19th century, gothic tales, and stories of eternal love. And although I originally stumbled upon this series by chance, it has become my cherished possession and undoubtedly the best series of recent years. This story was written with blood and tears, and a few minutes after the final episode, I know it will live in me forever. (07.09.2015)