Sweetpea

I was initially a little annoyed with this show because it as too obvious what her character turn would be, from the first five minutes... Additionally, it reminded me way too much of the show Obituary, also from the UK, release only not so long ago. Similar quirkiness, dark comedy, office setting, reporter job, character turn and plot - but I felt the Obituary show was more unique in its nuance and story plot. I feel the striking resemblance has to be called out, and the plot is predictable , BUT neverthless- I eventually got into a groove with it and it turned out to be quite a fun romp of a show, even if the storyline wasn't particularly original, unique or powerful- it's a fun dark comedy and you eventually get taken along for the ride ... And swept into binging the series ;)

The show concept is pretty good, albeit a story that has been used many times before (someone kills only people they believe deserve to die).

The cast are very, very good and the actor who plays the lead character of Rhiannon really draws you in.

The issue that I have is the huge number of plot holes. A group of young characters who seem blissfully unaware of technology and the digital footprint you leave behind. With everything you do.

They try to explain the technology out of the story, unsuccessfully.

So, you do have to suspend belief somewhat. Take the show at face value and it's pretty enjoyable

I was surprised how graphic some of the scenes were...

Well worth a watch, just don't expect something deep and dark. It's a slasher series with great characters.

All about the star of the series here in Ella Purnell who carry's off the lead responsibilities in fine style

It's all a bit mad and more dark than comedy but watchable and I enjoyed it, and all the strong characters are female led. Which reminds me to give a good shout out in a supporting role for Nicole Lecky

You start off the series being on the side of Purnell's character but in the end you have a mixed opinion which is probably a good thing and where the makers of the series wanted you to go

I thought six episodes was just about right with the climax leaving you wanting more which does not always happen in these scenarios.

I've been waiting for this to air and I can tell you I was highly entertained.

Ella played her role so well I found myself cheering when she had her first kill it was a funny yet horrific release of all her past trauma.

The way she switched between geeky shy Rhiannon and psychopath was excellent I haven't seen a serial killer that made me hoping they'd get away with it since Dexter.

Each and every cast member was matched to personality perfectly.

There was a perfect mix of comedy drama and suspense to make this 100% bingeable.

Highly recommend Sweetpea to anyone who has a love of dark comedy.

Mixed messaging is deliberate. Depending on which side of "the worldview" one stands, will start discussions. No issues with that, for me at least. Similar for not really following the book.

Unnecessary though, are abrupt and cringe bits and pieces of "The Message" and politics, which never are factual, nor common sense even, and instead just individual, and often current opinions inserted and ideologies injected, that mostly do not age well. Some actors joined that club, others just do their job and what they are asked to do. Don't know if Ella is the former or the latter, but she obviously did an excellent job playing this character overall.

Ultimately, regardless of "mixed messaging" it is quite clear that our main character is NOT well, and excuses for all done are just her own, inside her head, that as more things progress, less convincing they become, utill they shatter, "exposing" a killer looking to get away with it..