45/38
The only location available was Winfield House, the current residence of the American ambassador
Line of Events
Kate Wyler, a career diplomat, is thrust into a high-profile job she’s not suited for in the midst of an international crisis, with tectonic consequences for her marriage and political future. The British government allows them to use real-world locations for the series, including the still-recently operating American embassy (a must-see for any film or film in Nine Elms, especially an American one).
The characters are phenomenally written, and each is a mystery to some degree
Although it’s accurately described as occupying the largest living space in London (11 acres) outside of Buckingham Palace, the producers used a country house outside the city for filming. Their dialogue is fast-paced and engaging, and the plot keeps escalating in chaotic political directions.
It felt similar to Night Agent, but much better
I’d like to compare it a bit to House of Cards , but it doesn’t quite fit the bill. There’s a hint of a sequel, but again, it’s not the real deal.
He’s good at his job, so no one cares about his manners
I see the reviews complaining about the lead, his scruffy appearance, and his abrasive demeanor, but that’s his thing! “You want people in power who don’t *want* to be in power.” What he wears, how he looks, and even when he sleeps all take second place to the primary mission.
Hopefully we’ll see a s2
I think his style fit the narrative perfectly, and it was a refreshing change. It’s rare that I like all the characters in a series, but this one did it for me.
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