The ghastly, depraved depths of narcissism, evil, corruption, and endless ambition of the lead character had me horrified and gobsmacked throughout the series. Throughout the episodes, I continuously reeled as the liturgy of her crimes and criminal acts grew. The writers have made her a character you hate and enjoy watching, waiting for her next evil deed to manifest. Add to that an Oedipal obsession with her son Joe, and you need to fight to toss your lunch, or heave your empty glass at her image at the screen. Add to that a draw that keeps you riveted, and it is a much watch, despite the predictability of certain storylines.
Review of Bancroft
