While the story has its basis in truth, the acting is not up to par. The casting is questionable and, sad to say, that is not rare when produced by the many of the streaming services now available. The dialog is certainly NOT spoken in the manner or syntax of the period in which this drama takes place. Unfortunately it did nothing more than grate on my nerves. I may be a bit biased on this since I do come from the Golden Ages of Hollywood. There were decades of fabulous films when actors were chosen not only what they could do for the studio bottom line but chosen for the ways in which they could bring character and texture to the characters and story being presented. I find it beyond difficult to settle for a piece that comes off more like community theater than a story that could have been told in a more believable fashion by more seasoned actors. Had they cast each role carefully and properly it would have been a valuable addition to the history of that time and, therefore, worth watching.
Review of Transatlantic
