Henry IV, Part 1 (S01E02)

The only problem with this otherwise very successful adaptation stems from the original; even there, a sharp conversational comedy about the debauched life of a young dandy and a prince in one person somewhat clashes with the dramatic approach to the historical problems of his father, Henry. One cannot reproach the cast and much less their performances. Apart from the enthusiasm for the rewarding central trio "Hal – Henry IV – Falstaff", I was particularly thrilled by Joe Armstrong in the role of Henry "Hotspur" Percy. It is a pity that they have recast the roles already cast in “Part 1"; it could have been even a bit more interesting. (20/05/2013)