Format: Blu-ray, NTSC
“The Paradise ” is a new BBC series which has the feel of a
classic literature adaptation, filled with savory melodrama and colorful
characters in an immaculate Victorian setting. Season one of this delightful
romance could stand alone as a miniseries by the way the story is neatly
wrapped up in eight episodes, though the narrative continues with this second
season. While the narrative may not be so neatly contained in a second season,
the characters are increasingly endearing through a new series of obstacles and
conflicts.
The series
follows country girl named Denise (Joanna Vanderham) in her travels to the city
in order to work her way up the ladder of success in Britain
As Moray chooses
love over control of The Paradise at the close of season one, he is brought
back as an employee to his former fiancé in season two. Katherine Glendenning
(Elaine Cassidy) returns newly married, though this does not stop the love
triangle she shares with Moray and Denise. Surprisingly, it is not the return
of this tired storyline that brings this series down a notch from the first
season, but rather the singular obsession that Moray has with regaining control
of The Paradise. All of the charm garnered by the close of the final episode in
season one is buried beneath his need for control in the business.
Just as was done
in season one, things are wrapped up neatly enough to give the illusion of a
happy ending by the final episode of season two. This is for the best, rather
than any senseless cliffhanger, because “The Paradise” was cancelled after this
season. There will be no third season for those who are wondering if Moray will
ever regain control, and if Denise will surpass him in business abilities. All
eight episodes of season two are included on a two-disc Blu-ray set.
Entertainment Value:
7.5/10
Quality of
Filmmaking: 8/10
Historical
Significance: 6.5/10
Special Features: 1/10
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