White Teeth

First, what a great imagination the writer has. The saga of the protagonists and the web of their past, present and future was entertaining and moving at the same time. I can't say that I've seen another series like it. If you are bored with the usual fare, watch this!

The story gets off to a great start focusing on Clara, Samad, and Archie. Clara's rebellion against her mother's narrow religious beliefs, and Samad's and Archie's reunion and subsequent relationship were the highlights of the show. The second half focusing on their progeny did not pack the same punch. It was too "over the top". The acting was strong throughout.

After some real stinkers, I wasn't expecting much. Pleasantly surprised. didn't read the book- many think the series is better. and don't read the book (unusual)

some of the turn around E#3 and E#4 a bit muddled.

But one of the better mini-series. about people, relationships, and life choices, and destinies. without murder or serial killers.

Notably, Iria, gets ignored and put down as a woman.

2002, this material is not dated. I enjoyed it. and good solid acting.

I found the first couple of episodes quite engaging. Plenty of fun being poked in all directions: religion, culture, politics and above all the frailty of human nature.

But after the first two, it all began to wear thin. By the final part I just wanted it to be finished.

I think my 5 is rather generous, but it was ok-ish.

Not a fan of the book, as I had been taken in by the hype only to find it more the result of the publisher's effort to earn back the huge investment they'd made in the property than actual merit. That said, it addresses so many cultures and has so many stories, it's perfect for a TV series. And I have to admit, the series is quite interesting. Not the dialogue mind you, which is painfully plebian, but the visuals and wonderful acting. Now I wish I hadn't read the book, because I'm sure I'd find it much more enthralling, not knowing what is going to happen. Whatever the inaccuracies people are pointing out I also found in the book but that doesn't detract from the very interesting portrayal of these characters by a wonderfully cast ensemble in this very unique characterization of London as compared to most other films made about that period.