[TV] This is going to hurt….

[The Clamp]

Anyone else watching this excellent series? Based on the memoirs of Junior Doctor and comedian, Adam Kay. Played by Ben Wishaw. Funny, upsetting, poignant, shocking and an insight into the workload and obstacles faced by frontline NHS workers.

My tip; do not watch with your dinner.

 

[Monkey Man]

Saw it last night for the first time. I thought it was done really well and will be watching the second episode soon.

I haven't read the book and don't know anything about Adam Kay, but given the subject matter I guess this is a show that could easily be made very badly (by which I mean it could use lots of medical drama cliches, or get too mawkish, or handle the subject matter insensitively).

From what I saw last night, the script was well crafted, the acting was good, the characters were believable and the storyline carried the viewer along very easily.

 

[The Clamp]

Saw it last night for the first time. I thought it was done really well and will be watching the second episode soon.

I haven't read the book and don't know anything about Adam Kay, but given the subject matter I guess this is a show that could easily be made very badly (by which I mean it could use lots of medical drama cliches, or get too mawkish, or handle the subject matter insensitively).

From what I saw last night, the script was well crafted, the acting was good, the characters were believable and the storyline carried the viewer along very easily.

A good summary. It only gets better and at 8 episodes, it doesn’t outstay it’s welcome. Great drama.

 

[schmunk]

I saw the trailer and thought it looked awful, but my wife told me she's heard it's really good (and now I've seen the above, too) so we'll give it a try soon.

 

[vegster]

Read the book and have seen the first episode, its very good. You really feel for the NHS.

 

[keaton]

Not watched it yet, but the book is excellent. Disgusting, moving and infuriating but mostly very, very funny

 

[Billy the Fish]

When Ben Wishaw talks does he still sound like Paddington?

 

[Stat Brother]

Saw it last night for the first time. I thought it was done really well and will be watching the second episode soon.

I haven't read the book and don't know anything about Adam Kay, but given the subject matter I guess this is a show that could easily be made very badly (by which I mean it could use lots of medical drama cliches, or get too mawkish, or handle the subject matter insensitively).

From what I saw last night, the script was well crafted, the acting was good, the characters were believable and the storyline carried the viewer along very easily.

The book was a phenomenal success, selling millions of copies.

Kay hasn't just handed it over, as he's written this too, as well as being very hands on (or should that be hands in) throughout the process.

Then of course there's Ben Wishall.

 

[Beach Hut]

On the to watch list and purchased the book the other day for 50p so on the to read list as well.................

 

[The Clamp]

When Ben Wishaw talks does he still sound like Paddington?

Ha!
He’s not as annoyingly whimsical and socially crippled as he usually is. Puts in a very watchable turn.
Will there be marmalade?

 

[dejavuatbtn]

Ha!
He’s not as annoyingly whimsical and socially crippled as he usually is. Puts in a very watchable turn.
Will there be marmalade?

Jam I think, lots and lots of jam.

 

[The Clamp]

The scene where he gets shown around the private maternity clinic is astonishing. The difference between the luxury facilities and the NHS is genuinely breathtaking.

 

[TheJasperCo]

I saw the thread title and though Solly's contract was going to be extended.

 

[jimhigham]

Anyone else watching this excellent series? Based on the memoirs of Junior Doctor and comedian, Adam Kay. Played by Ben Wishaw. Funny, upsetting, poignant, shocking and an insight into the workload and obstacles faced by frontline NHS workers.

My tip; do not watch with your dinner.

Thanks for the tip. This has completely slipped under my radar so I shall give it a go.

 

[driller]

Saw Kay at theatre last year it was brilliant as is this tv

 

[The Clamp]

I don’t mind admitting, one of the episode has just had me in floods. Jesus.

 

[Brovion]

Yeah I watched the first episode, it was very good. (Haven't read the book). Dunno why, I was expecting a comedy given the title and also as he was/is the man behind the musical act 'Amateur Transplants'. Some may remember their version of The Jam's 'Going Underground' called 'London Underground'.

 

[The Mole]

Read the book and seen his show - really funny (I can’t hear “Alleluia
“ without singing “alopecia” instead) and poignant- must check out the TV series

 

[Surf's Up]

I worked in the NHS for a long time and this is 100% accurate.

 

[peterward]

Anyone else watching this excellent series? Based on the memoirs of Junior Doctor and comedian, Adam Kay. Played by Ben Wishaw. Funny, upsetting, poignant, shocking and an insight into the workload and obstacles faced by frontline NHS workers.

My tip; do not watch with your dinner.

Thought you were about to share a moment when a Dr slipped on the white glove.......