Hungry Ghosts

What an absolute disappointment. Badly written, badly directed Australian rubbish. I try to support Aussie homegrown entertainment but boy, I'm getting tired of seeing so much money being spent on unwatchable shows.

First, the previous reviews about the show seem unfairly harsh, but each to their own. I don't write reviews that much, but feel I need to this time to give others an alternative perspective, because I think the show is really good, and I'm hooked. Great to see new fresh faces on screen! So refreshing. So important to see stories that embrace multiculturalism in Australia. The first episode is well paced (so spooky) with some really good scares. The cast is particularly good, with strong performances from the main actors. Love all the characters and those who play them, and particularly adore the older actors. The show doesn't follow any genre formula, with comedy, drama and supernatural horror themes interwoven. It is enthralling viewing. Draws you in and keeps you interested. There are scary parts that will make you jump and there are laugh out loud bits to make things a little fun. I may not be an expert, but I know I like this show, and it deserves no less than a 10! Give me more SBS!!

Not sure why it is listed as comedy/drama/horror as there is no comedy but certainly drama and a bit of horror. I guess one could argue that some of the atrocities committed in the Vietnam war are more horrific than any of the ghosts in this production but if I have understood it correctly the ghosts have emerged to correct some of those atrocities. Do not think I have seen anything based around Vietnamese lore before but I like it, solid production.

Decent story which is a bit drawn out specifically let down by some sub standard acting. Mild scares and jumps in places. Not the worse thing I have ever seen but could have been a lot better.

I thoroughly enjoyed Hungry Ghosts. Weaving history details throughout the series was really interesting, and has motivated me to learn more about the Vietnam war. I thought the acting was great, was refreshing to watch.