Homeland Series One: DVD Review

Homeland Series One: DVD Review

Rating: M
Released by 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment

It swept the Emmys this year and quite rightly so.

The drama starring Claire Danes and Damian Lewis is one of the most taut thrillers I've seen for a while - and despite only being 12 episodes long, it's highly compelling and addictive.

Still, what would you expect from the makers of 24?

Lewis stars as Brody, a US Marine held captive by al-Qaeda - and Danes plays the CIA Agent Carrie Mathison, who believes Brody was turned by the terrorists and now he was rescued, poses a clear and present danger to the USA.

Warned in Iraq that Brody was a traitor,Mathison launches a quest to bring him down - but here's the kicker - she's potentially on shaky mental ground, causing you to question whether she's right at all....

Homeland is a thrilling ride, a taut piece of psychological drama which plays out well thanks to excellent performances from Danes and Lewis. It's an engrossing piece with some impressive supporting turns from the likes of Morena Baccarin, David Harewood and Mandy Patinkin.

Season 2 is currently playing - and the show's swept a slew of awards, so it really is a great time to jump on in and see what the fuss is about - you won't regret it.

Extras: Docos, behind the scenes, a solid bunch

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