That gives you some indication of the dark comedy that is one of the highlights ofFrayed.
Frayedis right up your alley.
Youre trying to punish me, she says to Kate, Surely the Southern Hemisphere is bad enough.
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That is not a criticism, the pair have incredibly infectious on-screen chemistry.
But dont expect a quick resolution;Secret Cityis a slow-burn story.
That doesnt mean it is frustrating to watch.
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On the contrary, it is so well-structured that it maintains viewers interest from start to finish.
ThinkHouse of Cardsbut set on an international political stage.
A few years later, Alistair and Joanna arrive in Australia with their baby, Noah.
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Joanna is overwhelmed and sleep-deprived, unable to cope with Noahs incessant crying (hence the series title).
Not long after arriving in Australia, Noah goes missing, unleashing a storm of police and media attention.
Enter Dale Jennings (Sam Reid), a stuttering newsroom newbie who aspires to be everything Helen is.
Not all is as it seems, though: off-camera Helen is a highly-strung, self-doubting mess.
Its brilliant cast, tight writing, and emphasis on understatement makeThe Newsroomgreat viewing.
Its brilliant cast, tight writing, and emphasis on understatement makeThe Newsroomgreat viewing.
While the narrative is not new and relies on tried-and-true prison movie tropes, it is expertly told.
Clever writing ensures unique plot twists and cutting humor while maintaining the dark atmosphere appropriate for a prison drama.
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