Many people dislike politics and all the game-playing that goes on in Washington. But House of Cards turns all that political straw into dramatic gold. Kevin Spacey and Robin Wright have the gravitas of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. The ebbs and flows of political power, the double-dealing, the lies, and their consequences are all on display in this outstanding drama series. I really like Kevin Spacey’s cunning and ruthlessness. And the portrait of a “political marriage” is completely convincing. Television drama doesn’t get much better than this. GRADE: A
Having seen the original BBC series I am curious to see how this does and does not follow it – am a bit behind though as have only got to the end fo season 1!
Sergio, a lot of U.S. critics think HOUSE OF CARDS is the best program on TV. I think the American version deepens the story.
We’ve watched the first two seasons so far, and while I think the first was better we’re still looking forward to seeing Season Three soon. For me nothing can top Ian Richardson in the original British version, but Spacey does a fine job too.
Jeff, you’re right about Ian Richardson. Marvelous actor! Kevin Spacey uses all of his intelligence to make his character come alive.
One was great; two, okay but I just didn’t buy him getting into the White House. I will probably eventually watch it.
Patti, just think of all the havoc Spacey’s character can cause in the White House!
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