I’ve just finished watching the HBO drama ‘Sharp Objects’, and can say with certainty it’s been one of the most riveting dramas I’ve seen in a long time.  With a cast lead by a particular favourite, Amy Adams, who like many Hollywood names these days dips her toe into television and works wonders.  Her acting here, as tabloid journalist Camille who has a complex history that comes flooding back when she is given the assignment to report on a series of murders in the small town where she grew up.  As the show progresses we’re introduced to her rebellious younger sister Emma, and her controlling mother Adora, whilst along the way Camille falls for the local detective heading the case.

The way this show explores not just the case of teenage girls turning up murdered but also that of Camille’s past is done intelligently and artfully to make for a real gem.  The ending holds plenty of twists and surprises and the main revelation is rather disturbing.  Performances are also decent across the board with Adams on solid form and powerfully written, with her actions not always for the belter.  However I’d tip my hat to Patricia Clarkson  as Camille’s mother,who had more than a hint of Piper Laurie about her  It kept me guessing right through to the final moments and left me pondering and a little shaken.  I won’t spoil anything though, just to say if you haven’t seen this series yet … go check it out.