Hello world!
Welcome back to another blog. Today I will be doing another TV recommendations on what I have been watching a few months ago.
DISCLAIMER: THIS IS MY PERSONAL OPINION AS EVERYONE HAS DIFFERENT TASTES.
Ruby Speaking:
My first recommendation is Ruby Speaking, which you can now stream on ITVX.
This stars Jayda Adams and follows the adventures of Ruby, a member of Hellocom trying to do her job whilst avoiding trouble. This show was abit of a slow burner to begin with, but by episode 6 I was hooked. Not only does it show elements of comedy (some of which I found funny whilst others I didn't) but also shows some touching moments. I won’t give away any spoilers as always, but by episode 6 you will have seen a really vulnerable side to Ruby which does make you think and reflect.
There was also even a guest role from Osian Morgan, who also played Miles in Waterloo Road. This time he made a guest role as a security guard in the final episode. I knew he was the tough guy character but he did a funnier version in this show, which is a perfect example of staying on brand but doing different variations of it. This really showed in the final episode alongside hellocom security guard Craig (played by Dan Hiscox).
Overall I would give this show a 3/5, as yes it was a slow burner to begin with some of the gags didn’t really sit with me and it could've done with a better ending. But the emotional scene in the final episode made it up as Ruby went into raw detail on why people call at Hellocom!
Conversations With Friends:
My next recommendation is Conversations With Friends, based on the novel by Sally Rooney and casted by Louise Kiely.
This tells the story of ex lovers now best friends Bobbi and Frances, two university students who meet writer Melissa and her actor husband Nick. Things start to get complicated when Frances and Nick develop an attraction for one another, and soon secrets and lies are spilt!
I loved this show for many reasons. These include the naturalistic setting, the high stakes and how you don’t need need shouting and screaming to make drama happen. I even relate to Frances as she is more reserved at times, which made me think that she has traits of autism (as everyone is on the spectrum to a point), and given that her parents have an estranged relationship, it’s made her wanting to keep her guard up more. Even though I had a good upbringing, a breakup 3 years ago put those walls of emotions back up, therefore still to this day I still feel emotionally reserved.
The ending was what got me hooked the most, as it was raw, intimate, and how a simple conversation can make the most beautiful piece of drama. I don’t want to give it away, but let’s just say after watching the ending it’ll make you want more.
I would give this show a 4.5 as if Sally Rooney wrote a second book to this series or a prequel, then it would give me incline to see if Frances does go back to her old ways.
Heartstopper:
My final recommendation for this blog is Heartstopper, based on the novel by Alice Osmon and casted by Daniel Edwards.
This tells the story of Charlie and Nick, two boys who after some discoveries about themselves, find themselves drawn together.
Series 1 focused on the beginning of their relationship and Nicks journey into learning about his sexuality. It's so heartwarming how when you know you’re hooked onto first love as you get a tingly feeling inside of you. And I must’ve felt that when they instantly got to that point. Series 2 focused on growing their relationship, to which more people started to know. I won’t give any spoilers away but the ending of series 2 had to be the best part out of the both series 1 and 2.
This show also focused on other characters including Charlie’s friends Elle, who came out as transgender before the first series, and childhood friend Tao, and during the course of both series 1 and 2, they discover a shift and explore their relationship to see if it becomes something more. It was so beautiful to watch, as sometimes the best relationships do come from strong growing friendships. Tara and Darcy are two other characters who are going on their own journey. Series 1 focused on Tara’s journey to being openly gay and series 2 focused on Darcy's home life and how she acts the way she is. There was even a guest appearance from Ash Self, who I met from the National Youth Theatre, who played the role of Felix, who Elle meets at an open day at a college. And a fantastic performance he gave. Well done Ash!
This show definitely gets a full house aka a solid 5 out of 5! It was funny, dramatic with some wonderful heartfelt moments! And with season 3 now in production and also greenlit for series 4, I can’t wait to see how Charlie and Nick's relationship develops.
And those are my TV recommendations fore this blog. More will be on the way very soon, so keep your eyes peeled...
See you soon for another blog. Until next time…
This is the autistic actress signing off :)
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