Handsome young Clive Owen leads a strong cast that includes the indomitable Leslie Philips.
Although set in 1990, it depicts the 1980's city excess that followed Margaret Thatcher's de-regulation strategy and which has finally culminated in the international banking crisis that we recently endured.
Owen is caught-out working an insider-trading scam and ultimately loses his job. In the USA he'd have been imprisoned. Afterwards he applies his business skills to assist an ailing company.
There's a lot more going on than this, especially his personal and family issues. The program is well-scripted, tightly directed and filmed with good city locations in London.
It's 20 years old now and bound to appear slightly passe when compared to the the even greater economic irresponsibility of the last decade. However, as a nice slice of historical action with plenty of glamour and style, it still rewards a look by those with fond memories or the uninitiated who like well-made drama.
Nice theme music too. Recommended.
Although set in 1990, it depicts the 1980's city excess that followed Margaret Thatcher's de-regulation strategy and which has finally culminated in the international banking crisis that we recently endured.
Owen is caught-out working an insider-trading scam and ultimately loses his job. In the USA he'd have been imprisoned. Afterwards he applies his business skills to assist an ailing company.
There's a lot more going on than this, especially his personal and family issues. The program is well-scripted, tightly directed and filmed with good city locations in London.
It's 20 years old now and bound to appear slightly passe when compared to the the even greater economic irresponsibility of the last decade. However, as a nice slice of historical action with plenty of glamour and style, it still rewards a look by those with fond memories or the uninitiated who like well-made drama.
Nice theme music too. Recommended.