Bodkin Story
Together, a podcaster and a journalist look into the strange disappearance of three people in the middle of a small Irish town’s Samhain celebration. What at first sounds like standard podcast content develops into an important story deserving of print media attention.
Bodkin Review
The quirky black comedy Bodkin establishes its entertainment objectives early on. The first three episodes, which are set in a charming little village in Ireland, include a fast-paced story that keeps viewers interested. The plot, however, deviates into the weird with the inclusion of eel smuggling, taking some absurd turns before regaining its footing.
It’s clear that the abundance of characters in the series probably originated from a carefully thought-out pinboard, which helped the authors keep track of their relationships. Bodkin, an insane New film executive produced by Barack and Michelle Obama, is a fun watch despite its ridiculousness.
This comedy-thriller is ideal for binge-watching because every episode reveals something new. The quirks of the characters—each with a unique personality—combine with the main plot to give it the feel of a dark comedy. Even though there are a lot of funny moments strewn in, they are rarely the high points. You’ll laugh out loud when you see the villagers’ consistently amusing responses when they learn Gilbert is a podcaster. There will be viewers who find enjoyment in the whimsical, almost dry humor in this series.
The show centers around Will Forte’s character, an American podcaster, and Siobhan Cullen’s character, a London-based journalist, as Dove and Gilbert. Dove finds herself in a sticky situation following her publication of an article that breaches the Official Secrets Act. Although Gilbert’s first podcast achieved great success, his later work was not as successful, which has put him in debt and strained his marriage with his wife.
Gilbert’s upcoming podcast is a wonderful fit for the 25-year-old mystery surrounding the disappearance of three people in a small, charming town—the Samhain Festival. Dove is counseled to depart London in the interim in order to dissociate herself from the probe. For the podcast, she collaborates with Gilbert and Emmy (Robyn Cara), her researcher. They unintentionally unearth several mysteries as they probe deeper into the lives of the locals.
This show deftly embraces self-parody, making fun of both itself and the people of Bodkin, whose infatuation with true crime tales develops into a stand-alone humorous aspect. The plot of “Bodkin” successfully strikes a balance between mystery and silliness. The breathtaking setting in which the series was filmed becomes a character unto itself, perfectly balancing the story. This series has enough substance to stand alone, yet it will remind you of “Only Murders in the Building.”
