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Start from the beginning and be prepared to be transported in time...
Jumping into the middle of Downton Abbey is unadvised, sort of like falling into the ocean when you don't know how to swim. But when you start from the beginning it is a completely different experience.
The characters are strong and interesting and the plot carefully woven. Life lessons abound and contemporary issues explored in a story about the English aristocratic past. Plus the scenery is worth the viewing time alone.
Normally I do not get into such tales (read soap operas) since they tend to become transparent and thin but this one is the exception. I never understood all of the hoop-la and enthusiasm about this series until I started from the beginning and - like understanding opera - I too understood.
For example, you find yourself emotional about scenes and reactive to events; for me this is the measure of a good storyline. It means I've become immersed in the action and forgotten about my burning dinner on the stove.
Binge watching is recommended and of course with the appropriate caution given: remember, you have to get up in the morning and need to temper your fascination with the practicality of life and other commitments.
For us, we limited ourselves to two or three episodes three or four times a week and managed to string out the first four seasons at a reasonable pace. Of course intense discussions followed as did longing for another episode so be prepared for your viewing addiction to raise its head. And now that we are in season 5, we are slowing down our viewing even more so knowing that the end is in sight, another sign of a good series.
I love the way they introduce conveniences and inventions into the story giving you another perspective of how progress transforms lives. Even changes in music impact how intelligently this story evolves. Of course attention to detail and authenticity are the hallmarks of PBS and they are properly incorporated into scenes without being overbearing or inappropriate. Signage, shapes of vases, styles of automobiles, fashion, and more are all spot on.
So will you enjoy this series? I hope so. We do and we are pretty selective about what we do and do not watch. If you jump into the middle of the series and try to make sense of it, you may be successful but IMHO I would not recommend it. Like being 15 minutes late for the beginning of a five-star movie, sometimes you just cannot figure out why things are as they are unless you know the background or history.
And if you like English humor, you will not be disappointed. Just let me say that it is typically quick (a nod here or a raised eyebrow there) and therefore missed by some but fancifully dotted throughout. My personal attraction to this series is to watch how characters evolve and change under dynamic and sometimes stressful situations. At first strong characters resist change, then embrace it and evolve. Relationships expand and sensitive subjects are gracefully addressed.
All in all, a jolly good series that artistically deals with life lessons. Kudos to everyone!Read full review
Once acquainted with the diverse characters created by Julian Fellowes, it becomes a compulsory delight to follow them through each twist and surprising turn.
Tantalizing references to historical and social happenings provide a rich background, creating a detailed context for the enduring architectural beauty of the house.
In short - suspense, intrigue, romance, humor and FUN! ... Addictive stuff!
I loved the entire series. If you have not followed the many characters from the earlier seasons, you might get confused about what is happening in some episodes. But I highly recommend it anyway.
Great British TV series. Well acted and the sets, costumes, etc. are spectacular. Because I live in Canada, the only drawback is the exchange on the dollar and the shipping costs.