the audience applauded

if their story seems completely bonkers, almost like a feverish work of fiction, you ain't heard nothing yet.

It really made me laugh, but for some moments I was tearing up because I could relate so much.

One of the best movies of the year! Incredible from the beginning to the end.

This is Ian Fleming as he would have so loved to be, produced in the style of his Bond character: women can't resist him, his bad behavior is indulged because he's just so bloody amazing, and a bomb that takes out the structure surrounding him as he seduces his prey leaves him not only unscathed but still dapper. From what I've read of and interviews I've seen with Fleming, he didn't possess the charm, charisma and confidence portrayed here. The piece is visually pleasing but not particularly accurate in historical details: style of speech, mannerisms and dress have a modern sensibility (Mu's leather outfit is one glaring example, and Fleming saying "nuclear" rather than "atomic" - if it's to be believed he would have discussed it with anyone - for another). There was also some artistic license with the Operation Mincemeat/Man Who Wasn't There bit. The cast is first rate and make the best of what they're working with. If you want to a bit of fun along the lines of a Bond movie, this should do the trick. If you're looking for information about the "real" Ian Fleming, keep looking.

I did enjoy the production, but there were quite a few schoolboy errors in it. Firstly, unless people were pretty savvy, Fleming talking about Nazi nuclear secrets would have gone over most peoples heads. It was generally referred to as 'Atomic' weaponry, not nuclear. The fireworks that exploded over London were clearly modern. Fireworks that existed in 1945 were pretty basic, just simple rockets, no more. The reference to 'The man that never was' was an attempt by British Intelligence under the command of Lieutenant Commander Ewen Montagu to fool the Germans into believing the invasion of Sicily would take place elsewhere. As far as we know, Fleming was never a part of this operation. That said, it was enjoyable hokum as clearly Fleming was unable to reveal much of what he did actually do when part of Military Intelligence. The period pieces were pretty much okay and the storyline was pacey and in parts, quite risqué. Although I ticked the spoilers box, maybe I'm being picky because I did watch all 4 episodes and I did enjoy them. By the way, Lara Pulver as Ann O'Neill was simply stunning.

Rarely TV serials adopt the idea of 'Art-house' production, and this is one of them. Another gem from the BBC production. Story of the creator of 007 who himself is a legend in thus arena, perhaps one of the most influential one. At first glance I thought it contains style over substance but in time everything worked out just fine ! This is not just another espionage story of WWII, rather the script mingled the personal and professional life of Fleming brilliantly. Dominic Cooper was an excellent choice, he can play the hard-boiled spoiled brat quite fascinatingly, we all have seen it in 'The Devil's Double'. Lara Pulver was naturally brilliant in the seductive dominatrix role as usual. Only if they could let the 'blond Muriel' stay a bit longer !Its not easy to bring-up the story of someone with so many 'issues' meticulously, but they tried and didn't fail ! Its no hardcore action flick like 007, rather vintage flavoured of WWII, the set decoration was quite believable. And most of all, this series is 'Hot', and hot means 'Haught' ! Waiting for the final instalment !

Well done...Brits! Having been through having a "hard" mother. I can tell you experientially that this is an accurate portrayal of a man with issues. I kinda wish you had let the blond live a little longer. Granted, I love period pieces.I especially appreciate this WWII piece since my dad was in it.I WILL BUY THIS ON BLU RAY WHEN ITS AVAILABLE.Costumes, story, casting, screenplay, and cinematography...all are excellent. See what you can do when you try a little harder. Congratulations are in order.Again, well done, Brits!