Set in the British Governmental system, Armando Iannucci's #TheThickofIt is a masterpiece of a series that satirizes the inner workings of the Government. Comedy like this is why I absolutely love British Humor.
The writing is on another level. It's so sharp, witty, subtle yet bombastic and walking that line perfectly, and has layers of commentary with dark undertones while also being laugh out loud hilarious. It's just a joy to behold.
Of course, none of it would matter if it weren't for the amazing cast that puts their best in every instance. All of the actors do their parts perfectly. One among them takes it to infinity and beyond, #PeterCapaldi. This man became one of my favourite actors after this series (and the spin-off movie In The Loop). The way he effortlessly goes on profanity-laced insults and demonizes everyone was beautiful.
The way it's presented/directed, you feel like a fly on the wall having insider access to this escapist Government System and regardless of how much you know about Governments in general, the experience is enthralling.
The only issue I have with the entire 4 Season run is that I wish there was more connective tissue between seasons and specials since there were events that I would have loved to see play out instead of skipping over them.
One of the best series I've watched in a long while, especially when it comes to comedy. I'd highly recommend this to anyone who has any interest in British Comedies and can stomach the onslaught that is presented by Peter Capaldi. And if I were to rate it, I'd give it a 9/10.
The writing is on another level. It's so sharp, witty, subtle yet bombastic and walking that line perfectly, and has layers of commentary with dark undertones while also being laugh out loud hilarious. It's just a joy to behold.
Of course, none of it would matter if it weren't for the amazing cast that puts their best in every instance. All of the actors do their parts perfectly. One among them takes it to infinity and beyond, #PeterCapaldi. This man became one of my favourite actors after this series (and the spin-off movie In The Loop). The way he effortlessly goes on profanity-laced insults and demonizes everyone was beautiful.
The way it's presented/directed, you feel like a fly on the wall having insider access to this escapist Government System and regardless of how much you know about Governments in general, the experience is enthralling.
The only issue I have with the entire 4 Season run is that I wish there was more connective tissue between seasons and specials since there were events that I would have loved to see play out instead of skipping over them.
One of the best series I've watched in a long while, especially when it comes to comedy. I'd highly recommend this to anyone who has any interest in British Comedies and can stomach the onslaught that is presented by Peter Capaldi. And if I were to rate it, I'd give it a 9/10.