Torchwood

We watched the first season of this British series on DVD, as we do most television, and it was interesting and amusing enough that I picked up the second season when it became available. My expectations were, however, rather low; I assumed we'd enjoy some amusing but generally rather unsubstantial episodes.

I was wrong. The second season of Torchwood is, to my taste, far stronger than the first, with explorations of tough themes, more character development than in the past, and several genuinely touching episodes. "Adrift," which we just finished viewing, is a complex and heartfelt show about loss and grief that I consider to be reason enough to buy the whole box set.

I definitely recommend this show.