The Gentlemen is a series starring Theo James with Kaya Scodelario, Giancarlo Esposito, Joely Richardson and Vinnie Jones. It is directed by Guy Ritchie, David Caffrey, Eran Creevy and Nima Nourizadeh.
ers everything that the viewer expects and never disappoints. It sticks to the formula of a good Guy Ritchie series, a director who made a name for himself with his films that blended gangster thrillers and comedy. Even years after his initial successes, he continues to excel with the same style. This time around, the series is more leisurely paced, with more humor and less action, but still highly stylized. It is a fantastic television series that may not surprise, but certainly entertains while staying true to our expectations. It gives us exactly what we ask for.
Synopsis
An aristocrat inherits his father’s fortune, title, and troubles. His brother’s debt of 8 million pounds leads him into a world of traffickers and loan sharks.
About the series
It is a perfect series in the formula invented by Guy Ritchie, who has truly made the most of it. The style, which was already invented thirty years ago, was very fresh and dynamic, direct like a boxing match. This sport remains present twenty years later, with some slight changes. It still maintains its humor and has become more refined in terms of photography. What used to be action scenes and physical confrontations have now evolved into more leisurely and refreshing dialogues, with a touch of reflection.
A style that has matured and adapted to its audience, who remain loyal to its principles despite being more calm.
“The Gentlemen” is a series that primarily aims to entertain through its dark humor and well-paced storyline. It does not need to condense all the action into two hours of constant excitement, giving it time to refine the jokes, sequences, and prepare for each situation.
The actors do a great job, especially Theo Hames in his role as the duke. However, the character that stands out the most is portrayed by Kaya Scodelario, who is elegant, charming, and funny as she plays the femme fatale. She strikes the perfect balance between sophistication and the grimy world of loan sharks, making her character a delight to watch.
Our opinion
“The Gentlemen” knows how to deliver exactly what we came for and what it promised. The formula may be repeated, but it continues to be successful and entertaining with quality, elegance, and rhythm. It is excellent in terms of photography and technical and cinematic aspects, although it may not be very original in its approach or aspirations.
