This mini-series (with a possibility to expand into other Jules Verne stories) is a sheer delight - all characters are vivid yet completely believable, the motives are not immediately clear but become apparent as the show progresses, the emotions are subtle yet noticeable and the cinematography is amazing.
I haven't read the original, so from what I gather from its summary many adventures are changes, omitted or re-shaped, and the characters are mixed and changed, but I think that's fine as long as the result is coherent and engaging, and in this case the result is truly all that and more. Additionally, plain re-telling the story might be just unsurprising to many, and not very relevant as well.
The show is somewhat dark at times, but I think it's for the best: it makes it believable, makes it real, and highlights the characters' struggle and identity. Besides, it's not grim, it's just serious at times. Which is a rare thing, a show that is adventurous and light-hearted yet serious and emotional.
To summarize, it's an amazing show, 8 episodes of a complete story that is sheer delight to watch, start to finish. There are minor logical hiccups and inconsistencies, and some secondary actors are not stellar and perhaps it's too short in general but some scenes last too long (hence 9/10 rating), but overall it's a great show with great actors.
I haven't read the original, so from what I gather from its summary many adventures are changes, omitted or re-shaped, and the characters are mixed and changed, but I think that's fine as long as the result is coherent and engaging, and in this case the result is truly all that and more. Additionally, plain re-telling the story might be just unsurprising to many, and not very relevant as well.
The show is somewhat dark at times, but I think it's for the best: it makes it believable, makes it real, and highlights the characters' struggle and identity. Besides, it's not grim, it's just serious at times. Which is a rare thing, a show that is adventurous and light-hearted yet serious and emotional.
To summarize, it's an amazing show, 8 episodes of a complete story that is sheer delight to watch, start to finish. There are minor logical hiccups and inconsistencies, and some secondary actors are not stellar and perhaps it's too short in general but some scenes last too long (hence 9/10 rating), but overall it's a great show with great actors.