A fan of Sandra Oh I was initially intrigued by a tale of an MI5 analyst tracking down a serial killer and liked that the producers saw fit to cast outside of the box. I was further drawn in by the brilliance of the Villanelle character, particularly as portrayed by Jodie Comer. Based on a series of books by Luke Jennings this is an incredibly twisted tale of, quite frankly, pretty twisted people. Seemingly filmed in the many European locales it takes place in the story is visually engaging and draws you in ... to a point. I have to say, I don't mind black comedy or dark themes, but there were a good number of episodes where I walked away saying "I'm out" ... only to come back. I came back in part because Ms. Oh is nominated for a SAG award (and recently won the Golden Globe) but it was a little like watching a train wreck. It's very well-done, very very well-done, but not my cup of tea, I think. I don't want to give away plots but there was just one too many turns for me, particularly in the last moments of the final episode in season one. Dark laughs followed by shocking circumstances make this a compelling series which is likely to run for a while but as for me, I think I will need a break before (or if) I delve into season two. Oh, and Ms. Comer should have totally been nominated for an acting award, as well.
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