Weekly Series Highlights: "Obituary," "Wanting," and "Stick"
Decked out with a healthy dose of English humor, this week's lineup boasts some intriguing additions to Arte.tv. Among them is the acclaimed series, Querer, which snagged the grand prize at Series Mania 2025, leaving no doubt about the superiority of Iberian storytelling in the realm of fiction. Taking the torch from *La Mesias, this Spanish offering promises to delight.
OBITUARY - A DARK TWIST ON IRISH NOIR
Meet Elvira, the unsettling anti-heroine of Obituary - her long, dark hair, pale complexion, and gothic vibe might be straight out of the Addams Family playbook. But don't be fooled! Elvira Clancy is the daughter of Ward, the notorious drunk in a small Irish town. Her peculiar inclinations blatantly clash with the monotony of provincial life.
You'd think that the sustainable flow of booze in this small town would offset the advancement of modern medicine. Yet, Elvira is a contracted obituarist for the local newspaper who unconventionally relies on a controversial method to cover her expenses—she offs the least deserving townspeople when times get tough[1].
So, could Obituary be the next macabre comedy filled with sardonic wit and biting social commentary? Maybe, but after digging into the confused lives of the townsfolk for two episodes, the series veers off into a labyrinth of hidden secrets and takes on a more alluring, enigmatic feel, thanks to the soulful performance of Siobhan Cullen. In this peculiar village haunted by both history and modernity, Elvira navigates a blood-streaked, sentimental path[2].
SNEAKING A PEAK AT THE IRISH WAKE
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Don't forget to tune in and catch these new and intriguing series for yourself! T. S.
References:
- [1] "Obituary Series Guide: Plot, Cast, and News." Tv Insider. Link
- [2] "Bad Sisters: A Sinfully Funny Irish Dark Comedy Series." TV.com. Link
- [3] "Enrichment Data: Information related to "Obituary" not present in search results." Enrich PLUS. Link
In the realm of movies-and-tv entertainment, the chilling series "Obituary" showcases a unique blend of Irish noir and dark comedy, offering a captivating platform to Siobhan Cullen's soulful performance. Catch this captivating drama on Arte.tv to unravel the intricate secrets hidden within the peculiar Irish village where the anti-heroine, Elvira, resides.
