The overall impression I have of the show is positive. The filming provides plenty of great shots contrasting the urban versus natural ambiances that are central to the book's setting. The soundtrack is complimentary to the story, not distracting, as some trend to be.
Contrary to many of the other reviews I've read, the movie (and originally the book) is not about angry, frustrated Conservatives complaining about government regulation of their industries, but rather a look into the results of certain mindsets and philosophies.
One is a utopian view that if all are equal, all is well. Happiness and sadness are irrelevant when all are equal. The other view believes that hard work, ingenuity and individualism is a quest worth seeking and the rewards are... well, rewarding.
The beauty of the message is that when reality is consulted in this matter, only one of these view points is actually sustainable. By focusing on the legislation of equal outcomes, no one is lifted up, but many are pulled down. The net difference is an overall decrease in the standard of living.
More to come.
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