Review of Bodkin

Bodkin (2024– )
10/10
An Irish, English and an American walk in to a bar and...make a really good show.
11 May 2024
An American podcaster, a research assistant, and a reluctant crime reporter are on a visit to rural West Cork in Ireland to investigate the mystery of three people who went missing 25 years ago during the Samhain festival (Halloween).

The first episode starts with Dove , the crime reporter, who is told by her deputy editor to get out of London for awhile, because the story she was working on had become too dangerous for her to remain there.

Dove is assigned to work with podcaster Gilbert (Power), researcher Emmy, and local fixer/driver, Séan. Dove's hard-nosed attitude to life and life in Ireland is a perfect contrast to the laidback American on a workingman's holiday.

The writing on this show is absolutely 'brillo'. It is a comedy mystery thriller. For me personally, this first episode has been perfect. The dialogue and story captures one of the true essences of Ireland. Expect some surprises and twists.

The casting, acting and characters bring a perfect balance to this story. This show, really entertains.

Best line so far (and there are many) - 'Sure it always rains in Ireland. Even when it isn't raining, it's raining'.
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