![]() There are more bad-guys than good guys in this one. Superficially anti-CIA, I think the story is more about moral relativism, and the evil that men do. There is no James Bond or Jason Bourne here, just people doing routine spy work and trying to cope with moral ramifications and amoral counterparts. The main spy story weaves its way through enough twists and turns to keep one interested, like a Le Carre spy novel, the angst and motivations of the main characters, and their regrets at past mistakes gives them the beat-down feeling of Smiley. Some of that is too 1,2,3 check off the box plot devices that just aren't adding anything to the story. Oh.she's in an interracial relationship, and he's having an affair with his secretary, and he's disgruntled and uses hookers because his kid back in the USA is disgruntled.etc. The weakest part of the show may be the somewhat contrived and clichéd nature of one or two of the backstories that are supposed to add depth to the characters. Even Homeland, which is similar in setting, seems very American, where this show just looks and feels different. The European setting gives the show a different feel from most American TV fare, and that in itself is very effective in making the show unique. There are a number of good performances in this show. The story has requisite twists and turns, a complex plot centered around the War on Terror and a Julian Assange style leaker who wrecks havoc with the American spy agency and it's relationship with it's counterparts from other countries. Look forward to the rest of the season and new season as well.Berlin Station is a very John Le Carre type of spy story, but centered around the American CIA rather than the Brits. Spies, disgruntled citizens, ungrateful press, crooked government hacks, some sexy characters and real life situations that are in our headlines now. I highly recommend this series, and hope that it stays true to the roots. Physically it keeps you involved, wanting to step in or speak out, but many overlapping plots and storylines keep you busy trying to calculate the next move or mistake as the business of spying seems to have its fair share of. This work can weigh heavy on a soul, and this depicts this fact as well as shows us the same flaws in humans that are exposed when we are pushed to our limits socially and mentally. Physically it keeps you involved, wanting to i find the plot true to the mindsets as much as the storyline. I find the plot true to the mindsets as much as the storyline. Don't worry about the first episode or two - just relax and let this top-notch spy series take you on a roller coaster ride! … Expand Richard Jenkins shows what a fine actor he can be with a good script and good direction. Michelle Forbes (from way back, Ensign Ro) is terrific in a supporting role. ![]() Rhys Ifans is incredible - powerful and nuanced performance. ![]() Even the final episode 10 brings new twists in the plot, and new depth to supporting characters. Each new episode brings new surprises to a really complex plot, and the direction is assured and satisfying. by episode 4 it's sailing along, and gets more and MORE exciting. The first episode or two are a bit shaky, but don't worry. The first really good one from modern Berlin. Each new episode brings new surprises to a Berlin Station Superb spy series, the best on TV in a very long time. ![]() Berlin Station Superb spy series, the best on TV in a very long time. ![]()
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