Brief Encounters

Just finished this UK miniseries and thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Fabulous cast and a great look at life and fashions ( whatever were we thinking?!?) in the 80's - for women in particular. Lots of laughs, a few tears and the best soundtrack (all 80's songs of course)ever! Highly recommend it - if you get the chance to watch it don't miss it. If I have one criticism it's only that it could have gone on longer. There were a couple of story lines that were left a bit up in the air but it left me wanting more that's because it was so enjoyable. Maybe there will be a 2nd season sometime?

Enjoyed this. Only lasted one season.

I read the synopsis and thought it was a comedy, but it is mainly drama, with some comedy thrown in. So, a few laughs to be had.

It is listed in IMDB as a drama, so it was my error.

Good cast do a nice job.

Few 'soapy' style story lines along the way, probably a bit too many for my liking, but I suppose it kept things moving along.

The show mainly focuses on the characters lives outside the selling of the "Ann Summers" products.

Bit ironic that the show is about female empowerment, but the "Ann Summers" concept was created by a man. He used his then Secretary's name (with slightly different spelling) as the company name.

I really love this show. It's dramatic, it's hopeful, provocative, and filled with warmth. Some of the side characters (like the terrible, cheating girlfriend) are a bit flat, but the main characters shine so well. If you're a fan of Downton Abbey's Penelope Wilton, My Mad Fat Diary's Sharon Rooney, or Waterloo Road's Angela Griffin, I would definitely recommend that you watch this show It's amazing the amount of chemistry the actresses have with each other. This show reminds me a little bit of the Full Monty in terms of sheer awkwardness and humor. If you want something to watch that doesn't make you think a whole lot, give it a go. Anyway, check it out and see if it's for you. I'm hoping for a second season!