To me, this movie is perfection.

I'll tell you why so serious

All of these films share one commonality, that being a kind of emotional center that humanizes a cast of monsters.

The movie really just wants to entertain people.

Another gem from Ricky GervaisIn many ways it is quite hard hitting and at first you can be excused that Gervais's portrayal of Derek Noakes required him to "dumb down" the characterWith lots of highs and lows and occasions where you seem to have a bit of dust in your eye you realise that the smartest one of them all is Derek.Loved it

I don't think I have ever seen a show or film that mixes humor, wisdom and tragedy in anything like these proportionsIt simply never hits a wrong note and when it rises to its highest highs only the greatest of the best TV is in the same league (i.e. The Wire, Breaking Bad). Many thanks to Ricky Gervais and all the series' fantastic supporting actors and actresses. I truly feel like a better person both morally and spiritually for having watched it about 20 times!In speaking about one's ability to forgive and make amends when "Derek" says "It's never too late, until it is" during the last episode of Season 2 I seriously lose it every time.Very highest recommendation!

This is one of the most sophisticated, deep, and emotional series ever made. It bittersweet and always brings out the light in the darkness that is life. It takes on heavy subjects and leaves you wanting to become a better person. Not too many shows I can think of affect lives like this. If you think you will like it, watch, if you think you will hate it, watch at least the first two episodes before you criticize it. If it leaves you with nothing, then fair enough, but I promise it will.It's only flaw is that there isn't enough episodes to satisfy avid fans.Ricky, you are an amazing writer and producer, and you made me want to be a better person.

This show is spectacular! To be honest I wasn't a big fan of Ricky Gervais before. I didn't really enjoy the office or extras but this show is absolutely perfect! It took me around 3 episodes to get into it, but after that I was hooked. All the characters are brilliant and so likable. It toys with your emotions more than any show I have ever seen. One second you could be sad and the next you could be in stitches laughing. It is fantastic! The whole cast work so well together. Ricky's performances are unbelievably good. The rawness and emotion he brings to his character Derek is something very special. That goes for the entire cast. Karl (Dougie) is brilliant and he is glue that holds everything together. He keeps the show grounded. Kerry Godliman (Hannah) is a revelation. Her performance of Hannah is spectacular. The development of her character has been exciting to watch and I think a lot of people will easily relate to her. Simplicity is what makes this show amazing. Each episode carries a real, heartfelt message. It deals with themes and situations concerning young and old people yet it finds commonality between them. No matter how old you are, what you look like or what past you have. Kindness conquers all. That is a great message that unfortunately doesn't get shown on TV much. Derek is funny, lighthearted, deep and thought provoking. Give it a chance. Trust me you will not regret it!!