I really liked this show. It was both very thought-provoking in its description of how HIV and AIDS was treated in the 80's and how badly the authorities failed in their handling of this disease. It is really a disgrace and should be a testament to what to avoid when new infectious diseases emerge especially those associated with lifestyle and moral issues. However, I also really liked the portrayal of the people. They had so much fun - dancing, kissing and making out. It must have been a wonderful time despite the disease looming in the background.
This is another masterpiece from the hands of David Simon. As always you get a lovely and very evocative description of the context in which the plot is laid out. The acting is great and the series raises serious questions about prostitution, porn and the HIV AIDS epidemic in a very thoughtful way that points to the problems of these issues without being overtly moralistic about it. The series is highly recommended if you are interested in these topics, in the 70's or 80's and if you like the works of David Simon.
This is a really awesome show. I don't know about the industry but from a lay perspective it seems like a very fine portrait - and the characters and the way the evolve throughout the show is amazing. For computers users and nerds such as myself that grew up with the developments portrayed in the series it is also very nostalgic in the absolutely most positive sense of that word. Simply lovely.
Immensely beautiful and mindbogling. Nostalgic for everyone who loved Twin Peaks and David Lynch. Some places scary and horrific. A total experience - not like anything else out there.
This must be one of the most intense and intriguing series I have ever watched. Season 1 punches you in the face emotionally with the portrayal of the loses that the 98% leftovers feel in the wake of the departed. And the remaining two seasons tells a very intriguing story that is nicely wrapped up in season 3. There are many unanswered questions but that is true of many great novels and this is what The Leftovers is most easily compared to. The acting is wonderful with Justin Theroux and Carrie Coon easily taking the prize for the most compelling acting. Its just a completely wonderful series.
