This show, oh my gosh this show. I have rewatched the first season three times and I love it more with every viewing.
As evidenced in my earlier review of In the Loop, I'm a bit of a fan of British satire. Despite not having the delightful Peter Capaldi to curse his way across the fictionalized former Soviet republic of Tazbekistan, this show is a gift that keeps on giving. A black comedy (that, if it's commissioned for a second series will be reformatted as a straight drama) that pokes fun at diplomats of all stripes and the delicate dance of conflicting priorities.
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| R-L: The lovely American Ambassador, the distraught British Ambassador, and the despotic Tazbek President |
Possibly the best part are the scenes with the two Tazbek security guards who listen to everything in the embassy and the ambassador's residence and provide a running commentary on the goings-on.
Sadly it hasn't been released yet for syndication, but keep an eye out for the next series or if it hits netflix. I know it's available on iTunes in the UK, but not yet in the US.
Rating: Seven toasts of vodka to the Mighty Ibex, that the French Ambassador shot!
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