Skins Seasons 1 and 2 UK (2007-2008)

Tagline: A group of optimistic kids who grab life by the balls

Skins Seasons 1 and 2

Summary: The story of a group of British teens and their lives of love, drugs, alcohol, and authority figures, as well as their struggles of growing up and trying to find happiness

5 Words/Phrases: Brilliantly written, fantastic cast, totally believable storyline, good depth and exploration of each character, quite groundbreaking in terms of some of the material covered

Most Impressed By: Tony (Nicholas Hoult) and his character arc in both seasons; the strong impression Effy (Kaya Scodelario) had on the series despite having a relatively minor role; the testing of friendships between the whole group, particularly Maxxie (Mitch Hewer) and Anwar (Dev Patel); the realistic depiction of the relationships in a group of friends with Tony and Michelle (April Pearson), Cassie (Hannah Murray) and Sid (Mike Bailey), Jal (Larissa Wilson) and Chris (Joe Dempsie); the (sometimes terrifying) likeness to “real life”

Least Impressed By: …nothing!

Overall Rating: 10/10

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