The two versions of the original character, Swedish & English, took me a few moments to negotiate, but after accepting each as its own entity, I valued both. So, yes setting details distract me.
But I do get over them. This series mixes all kinds of crossover issues. Young Wallander is set in contemporary Sweden (Henriksson would have been of age in the 1960s, Branaugh on the 70s, but I digress again. Although set in Malmö, this series is clearly a London vibe, (despite Pälsson's accent). Then there was a Scot, then an Irishman, I started to get dizzy.
But again, I got over it. The story kept me engaged. Some was predictable but I'm old & watch many of these shows. The actors carried me on the journey, as did the the direction & cinematography. Weaving in threads of Mankell's story, e.g., the father's artwork was a nice touch.
I accept this series on its own merit. It has potential for a few seasons, which I will eagerly view.
But I do get over them. This series mixes all kinds of crossover issues. Young Wallander is set in contemporary Sweden (Henriksson would have been of age in the 1960s, Branaugh on the 70s, but I digress again. Although set in Malmö, this series is clearly a London vibe, (despite Pälsson's accent). Then there was a Scot, then an Irishman, I started to get dizzy.
But again, I got over it. The story kept me engaged. Some was predictable but I'm old & watch many of these shows. The actors carried me on the journey, as did the the direction & cinematography. Weaving in threads of Mankell's story, e.g., the father's artwork was a nice touch.
I accept this series on its own merit. It has potential for a few seasons, which I will eagerly view.