Voting has opened up for the EMMY's and I'm doing my due diligence.
Watchng a terrific series from AMC entitled Monsieur Spade, about Sam Spade handling one last task for Brigit O'Shaughnessy. After she dies in an accident, Spade brings O'Shaughnessy's daughter to France to be with her father, who turns out to be a mysterious ne'er do well. Things go very wrong in this autumnal mystery, leading to violent deaths, betrayals, revenge, and plot twists. The pacing is thoughtful, which allows for the characters to be very layered and well realized.
This is a Sam Spade unlike any that you have seen, world weary, looking for some peace in his life. The production is beautifully realized and the performances are spot on. Well worth your time but you have to pay attention as there is a lot of material here.
5 out of 5