The Wire is Ordinary. (10/10 must watch)
Way Down in The Hole A No-Spoiler love letter to The Wire. The Wire is a crime-drama series set in Baltimore, Maryland, that ran from 2002 to 2008. About 12 one-hour episodes times 5 seasons = 59 hours total. At first glance, it's underwhelming. Little to no background music, no crazy camera work, plain-looking wardrobes, and a real setting. The characters don't stand out at first either, with low-key introductions, subtle interactions, and contextual dialogue. Yet, despite the subdued tone, something just keeps you watching (if you read the subtitles, at least). From the opening scene and first episode to the entire first season, there's a real sense that everything is building up toward something worthwhile. It's not just a slow burn either. Every episode gives you something to chew on, both mentally and emotionally. Incredible Fanart Credit: #1 LukeWMolver , #2 Matt Leunig First-time watchers need not get stuck on the details. Just watch it with soft eyes*. Th...