The stories of familiar characters like Frankenstein, Dracula or Dorian Gray are wonderfully intertwined in new and old adventures in Victorian London.
A series inspired by the characters of some famous Gothic or horror novels. The story is actually very original and does use some defining elements of these characters but almost only in passing. The acting is first-hand (some of these names are unfairly forgotten in the industry), led by an Eva Green for the ages. Subtle and creative, slow in some places, Penny Dreadful is full of surprises and always unexpected even when you think you are familiar with the story of some of the characters. The sets are rich and in perfect harmony with the action and historical placement and the fear and mystery are somewhere in the background at all times, skillfully being brought out whenever the directors intend it.
Production: Showtime
Creator: John Logan
With: Josh Hartnett, Timothy Dalton, Eva Green, Rory Kinnear, Billie Piper, Harry Treadaway, Helen McCrory
Rating: 9/10
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