Taboo: A Deliciously Dark & Wicked Period Drama
Taboo is a deliciously dark and twisty period drama starring Tom Hardy.
A tale so addictive it is binge worthy.
Here’s why you should watch it.
Quality Cast & Production
It’s produced by the BBC who I have to say do a damn good job when it comes to period dramas. its probably one of the reasons Taboo is now trending on Netflix.
The name Taboo tells you everything and nothing. It’s a bit of a cryptic name. A taboo is defined as something socially unacceptable that you should avoid doing or talking about. The drama lives up to its name as there are many unspeakable taboos in this story.
The Protagonist/antihero is James Keziah Delaney. He is guilty of violating more than one wickedly naughty taboo. But he is not the only one committing bad deeds. There’s a long line of villains carrying out equally despicable acts. Amongst his many enemies are his relatives, the high ranking officials of the East India Trading Company, the British Crown and the American Government.
Set In The Dark Streets Of London
Set in 1814 Tom Hardy plays the antihero. He is the prodigal son of a shipping mogul who returns to England to bury his father and claim his inheritance. He has been left a piece of land in the…
