The Thick of It: Specials: DVD Review
The Thick of It Specials
Rating: R16
Released by BBC and Roadshow
A couple of specials released by the Thick Of It are actually head
and shoulders above any other comedy around.
Peter Capaldi once again reprises his vicious spin doctor Malcolm
Tucker in the Rise of The Nutters and Spinners and Losers, in these
two mini serials. Capaldi once again dominates the satirical
proceedings with his caustic wit, powerhouse performance and
blistering presence.
But the show wouldn't be as good as it is without the smart and
spot on writings of the team behind it - viciously targeting the
absurdity of politics and politicians, it makes for an insightful
piece which is also side splittingly and intelligently funny.
Rating: 7/10
