MoPoshy
Absolutely brilliant
Afouotos
Although it has its amusing moments, in eneral the plot does not convince.
AutCuddly
Great movie! If you want to be entertained and have a few good laughs, see this movie. The music is also very good,
r-31984
I managed to finish watching the total of six seasons in a week, but disappointment had gradually risen up, beating the pleasure at last.
You see, with the tale progressing, the story seem to be flooded with ordinary routines and romances. I see no more of thrills as a person would see when witnessing the big turning point of history. The contradiction between the new and the old and between reserving and adapting just seem to be a cliche, as a result of no other ups and downs which are expected in the best stories. Along with that, I had grown so tired of Carson, murmuring about all that etiquette from the beginning to the end.
But one has to admit that the cast had done a wonderful job, especially Michelle Dockery. I've read that Lady Mary is seen nasty by some audience in the end, though she is adored by much most of the time. But I really think she is who she is and that it's far from the stupidity of the screenwriter. On the contrary, I feel it's a masterpiece of the screenwriter. I like her as I've always do. She has grown from such a foolish and vain little lady to a sensible and passionate woman. As for her vanity, it might be best explained by her granny, and I quote, "You've always tried to be so arrogant, vainglorious and cold-blooded, as the rest of us try not to be considered like that." I would admit she IS arrogant, vainglorious and cold-blooded to some degree notwithstanding. I resemble her so much that I would be sure to tell you that.
If there is a certain point that I've lost interests in this TV series, it must be the death of cousin Mathew. I adore him, not only because of his looking but also his characteristics. There's no other man who can bring the best of Mary, since that requires both love and finance. Furthermore, conflicts by the nature would also be needed to make sparkles. The love story between Mary and Henry is quite romantic, in fact, too romantic. But romance won't satisfy me, a realist, just as Lady Mary herself. I'd rather see the contradiction be settled in other fields instead of money and position. Only then will Mary have some happiness being a realist and the audience be satisfied in the same time, instead of abandoning who she is and believing love can conquer these things. Well, I may be more tolerant to Henry Talbot, if Mathew Goode acted better. Because I really don't see that Henry makes a perfect match for Mary, so even "love" or such things cannot persuade me.
The best part in the last season must be the transition of Thomas. His collapse elicits our sympathy and signifies the light of humanity. As for the adaptation of other servants, sometimes they are either too rash or too stubborn to face it. But they're doing it better and better. However, even this turns boring as it becomes a cliche.
To put an end to it, I can't say that I hate romances, but the delights they bring are mainly meaningless. And it is the same for the happy endings. Tragedies are always the best arts.
JP
Riveting, wonderful, beautiful. Downton Abbey is one of my favorite series ever. Starting with the set and costumes. Perfection. Not a single detail is overlooked, every episode is really made with so much passion and love. The costumes are beautiful to look at. And of course there's the cast. Every character is very interesting. No one shines, everyone is equally magnificent in their own ways. All characters have depth and are realistic, which makes me care so much about what's going to happen to them. The story is riveting. Every episode is amazing, you really will get excited and interested to know what's going to happen next. What is going to happen next after the finale? Hopefully the rumored movie is true. Hopefully.
Vatsuave Bawelkiewicz
I watched the intro to the first episode and it made me want to start doing heroin again. Then I just fell asleep. 100% do not recommend this show, do something useful with your life, not snobs talking in a manor. The plot it goes off is very desperate to try and make more episodes, the video quality is bad 140p. After hearing Carson talk it reminded me of self harming and killing myself. Don't watch this show!!!!
akomari
I have never committed myself into a TV series like I did with Downton Abbey. although in many aspects it is a Soap Opera, but a very good soap is used, the stories inside reflect the changes that took place after the world war I in an informative and engaging way, there is no one character in the long list of the cast who wasn't presented in a human, very touching way. the conversation is excellent. and MAGGIE SMITH....GOD....MAGGIE SMITH...She is beyond words,..the strength of the character and how she played it is something that should be taught in Drama schools. Daisy, the cook girl, was another great role. very touching.
