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Finney

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It is refreshing to see how the British do a mini-series like this. The first thing you notice is that, apparently, they are not so shocked and offended by a bit of frontal nudity as we are, or, at least, the censors here think we are. There is little or no blue language. Just interesting -- even compelling -- and well-thought-out scripts, and good British acting.

David Morrissey is always a favorite. Here he plays the black sheep of a northern crime family. Rather, one should say he is the 'white' sheep as he wants nothing to do with the family's illegal shenanigans and has become a professional jazz musician. He is called back when his father is killed, perhaps by a local syndicate.

He becomes involved in the family again, wants to stay in the area to open a new jazz club of his own, make peace with rival families, and repair things with his wayward wife.

Good characters, story, photography, and acting make this an enjoyable series -- if not one that demands multiple viewings.