Aftertaste

Look; I seldom post on here. I stumbled across this gem while looking for something to watch.

Honestly if Australian TV is producing stuff like this, why am I subjected to the crap on free to air, that is currently screened.

As of six hours ago, I had never heard of this show. It's decent, often laugh out loud funny and eminently watchable. It doesn't pretend to be a think piece, it's just something to immerse yourself in. The characterisation is fantastic, perhaps it's a bit rushed; but I loved it.

Inevitably Aftertaste begs a comparison with 800 Words, the latter being a much more convincing work. Where Aftertaste really fails is its 30 min format. There are the interesting characters and situations here but it is impossible to become immersed in either because they are presented in such a rushed way. Why this was done is a mystery. There is light and dark, comedy and pathos, potential for character development not to mention an excellent cast but all is wasted on a format appropriate for frothy slapstick. Great potential but disappointing execution.

Aftertaste is a good fun, well acted and well written comedy. Did not know what to expect, but was hooked from the start. Hopefully there will be another series. Enjoy the ride!

I have to agree with Jeanmgradwell, the swearing is far too frequent and over the top. Why do writers and TV producers think in order to appeal to modern/younger audiences, the F-bomb must go off every second line. I occasionally use the word myself as do many people in day to day language, but seriously, in the real world it isn't used as frequently as it is in this show. Apart from that it's better than many Australian comedies I've watched in recent years.

No need to criticise a show that's fun and is acutely Australian!! Love the grandfather !! Standout is Natalie Abbott