Mayor of Kingstown

Mayor of Kingstown (2021) 

A top-notch affair that oozes cinematic quality, authenticity and rawness for miles around. At first glance, it's really just the story of a crime town where literally everyone is corrupt and where the bribed police reign supreme, along with three gangster brothers who are involved in almost everything. Each episode is actually about story digressions, something new happens each time, and more and more characters are added to the cast, so it would be hard to summarize the plot, but even so, the whole series is incredibly engaging. The side-lines are gripping and breathtaking, all the characters sink into the viewer's skin, there is no sparing of emotions, tension, uncompromisingly gritty action, SWAT interventions, violence or atmospherically dense moments, and when I add to that the amazing soundtrack and Jeremy Renner's Oscar-worthy performance, I simply have a superior piece of work the clear signature of Antoine Fuqua and Taylor Sheridan. Perfect proof that a series doesn't always need an original and innovative idea, but when you combine the artistic talent of the director, top-notch acting, haunting music and quality visuals, you can make the most out of the minimum. I am absolutely delighted. (31.01.2022)