Possibly the toughest series I've ever watched, on so many levels - not least the fact that it's based on a true story.
Really had little idea where it was going, and was expecting something quite light hearted, if I'm honest.
Light hearted, it isn't.
It's a great cast, and the acting is very good.
I found it very difficult to like any of the characters at all - and going back to the fact that it's predominantly true - I found myself questioning some of the decisions that were made by the main protagonist.
I also found myself wanting to watch some of the scenes (including the stand up routines) through my fingers.
Episode 4 is particularly tough.
All that said, it's totally engrossing, and brings some huge issues to the fore.
Really had little idea where it was going, and was expecting something quite light hearted, if I'm honest.
Light hearted, it isn't.
It's a great cast, and the acting is very good.
I found it very difficult to like any of the characters at all - and going back to the fact that it's predominantly true - I found myself questioning some of the decisions that were made by the main protagonist.
I also found myself wanting to watch some of the scenes (including the stand up routines) through my fingers.
Episode 4 is particularly tough.
All that said, it's totally engrossing, and brings some huge issues to the fore.