This Is England '88

This is England ‘88 stays true to form as an incredibly powerful series. Indeed, Shane Meadows once again proves himself as a highly competent director and producer. I was actually surprised by this particular season of the show, It thoroughly exceeded my expectations, triumphing even the movie in terms of quality. The third and final episode is one of the finest episodes of television I have ever seen - a poignant, haunting and deeply moving experience.  Lol receives a lot of attention here, suffering from the fallout of the events of ‘86. Mitch, in his few appearances, is ever ominous and ghostlike - I commend the actor for his talent - the character is integrated seamlessly into Lol’s broader narrative arc and provides a thoughtful reminder of the consequences of the previous season. The camerawork is exceptional, and innovative, the stomach pump scene is incredibly well shot.