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𝓟𝓔𝓐𝓚𝓨 𝓑𝓛𝓘𝓝𝓓𝓔𝓡𝓢
Peaky Blinders is a series that really stands out in the modern television landscape. When I started watching, I was immediately drawn to the dense, stylized atmosphere it exudes. The series is set in Birmingham, England, shortly after the First World War, and follows the rise of the Shelby family, led by the ruthless Tommy Shelby, in the criminal underworld. What started as a gangster drama quickly turned into something much deeper, exploring themes of power, loyalty, and the scars left by war.

The show's story is brutal yet fascinating. The series is a mix of historical fiction with thriller elements, and it unfolds like a tapestry rich in detail and tension. The plot revolves around the rise of the Peaky Blinders, a gang involved in illegal gambling, smuggling and other criminal activities. But what really sets the series apart is the way it intertwines these elements with the personal stories of the characters, especially Tommy Shelby, who carries with him the weight of war and an insatiable desire for power.

The development of the series is impressive. Each season delves deeper into the characters, but it loses a bit of pace and intensity in the last two. The complexity of the narrative is one of its strengths. The series is not afraid to explore dark and morally ambiguous themes, and it does so with precision. The progression of the story is consistent, with each episode connecting perfectly to the next, this can sometimes be a bad thing, because it makes the entire season predictable and with the feeling of being rushed.

Peaky Blinders' depth goes beyond its plot. The series is loaded with symbolism, especially regarding the effects of war. Tommy Shelby, in particular, is a character who personifies the psychological scars left by conflict. The atmosphere of the series, with its dark cinematography and modern, pulsating soundtrack, perfectly complements this feeling of constant tension and imminent danger. It's a world where the lines between right and wrong are blurred, and survival requires sacrifices that can destroy a soul.

The acting in Peaky Blinders is another element that takes the series to a higher level. Cillian Murphy, as Tommy Shelby, delivers a performance that is, in a nutshell, PERFECT. He perfectly captures the duality of Tommy, a man who is both a charismatic leader and an individual tormented by his inner demons. The supporting cast is also phenomenal, with actors like Helen McCrory, Paul Anderson and Tom Hardy adding layers of depth and authenticity to the world of Peaky Blinders.

Emotion is often seen. Each scene is charged with tension, whether in the power negotiations, the intimate moments between the characters or the violent confrontations that occur regularly. The series is not afraid to show the brutality of the world in which the characters live, but it also does not lose sight of the emotional motivations that drive them. This creates a balance that keeps you on the edge of your seat at all times. I speak from my own experience.

The cinematography of Peaky Blinders is another aspect that deserves to be highlighted. The series is visually stunning, with each scene meticulously planned to create maximum impact. The combination of light and shadow, the dark color palettes and the careful choice of locations contribute to the series' unique atmosphere. The visual consistency is remarkable, and the series never loses its stylistic identity throughout its various seasons.

Now, when we talk about peaks in the series, there are several moments that stand out. But for me, the highest peak was the conclusion of season six, where Tommy Shelby finally reunites with his daughter and eventually reunites with himself.

𝓣𝓗𝓞𝓜𝓐𝓢 𝓢𝓗𝓔𝓛𝓑𝓨
Speaking of Tommy Shelby, he is, without a doubt, the heart and soul of Peaky Blinders. Tommy is a fascinating character and arguably the best in the show, and what impresses me most about him is his understated complexity. He is a man who bears the scars of war, both physically and emotionally, and this shapes his every action. Tommy is, at the same time, a charismatic leader and a man tormented by his inner demons. He is driven by an incessant need for power and control, but also by a desire to protect his family at any cost.

Tommy Shelby's depth is explored in each season. He is a character who constantly evolves, but this evolution comes at a cost. As he rises to power, he also moves away from his own humanity. The trauma of war never really leaves him, and this is something the series explores with brutal intensity. We see this in his darkest moments, when he isolates himself from everyone around him, trapped in a cycle of violence and revenge.

Tommy Shelby's development is masterful. From the beginning of the series, we see how he uses his intelligence and brutality to climb the criminal hierarchy. But what's really interesting is how he becomes increasingly introspective and melancholic as the series progresses. Tommy is a man who seems to be in a constant search for a greater purpose, but this search often leads him to decisions that corrode his soul. He is a tragic character in the most classical sense, someone who is destined to fall, not for lack of strength, but because of the weight of his own ambitions and traumas.

Tommy's complexity is also reflected in his relationships with the other characters. Her dynamic with Polly, Arthur, and the other members of the Shelby family is central to the series. He is the undisputed leader, but he also bears the burden of protecting them all, often at the cost of his own sanity. This responsibility is both a blessing and a curse for Tommy, and this is something the series explores very effectively.

Cillian Murphy's performance is essential in bringing all this complexity to life. Murphy manages to capture Tommy's intensity, but also his vulnerability. It's a performance that is both restrained and nuanced, and it's impossible to imagine any other actor in the role. The way he communicates so much with a simple look or a small gesture is impressive and is one of the reasons why Tommy Shelby is one of the most iconic characters on modern television.

Ultimately, the symbolism surrounding Tommy Shelby is profound. He represents the struggle between power and morality, between good and evil. He is a survivor, but his survival comes at a high price, and the series doesn't shy away from showing the consequences of his choices. Tommy is a character who challenges us to think about what it really means to be successful, and whether that success is worth the price he's willing to pay. In many ways, he is the true "peaky blinder" - someone who walks the fine line between light and dark, always on the edge of the abyss.

-- Peaky Blinders is, in short, a modern masterpiece. It combines a gripping narrative with deeply complex characters, breathtaking cinematography, and an atmosphere that is both stylized and brutally realistic. Tommy Shelby is the central character in this epic saga, and his journey is one of the most fascinating and emotionally charged I've ever seen. If you haven't watched it yet, you're missing out on one of the best series on television.

𝙏𝙤𝙥 10 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨:
1 - Thomas Shelby - 𝐓𝐨𝐩 9 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐀𝐓
2 - Arthur Shelby -  𝐓𝐨𝐩 10 𝐃𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐀𝐓
3 - Polly Gray - 𝐎𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟏𝟎 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐀𝐓
4 - Alfie Solomons - 𝐎𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐩 20 𝐒𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐎𝐀𝐓
5 - Michael Gray / Luca Changretta - 𝐓𝐨𝐩 12 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐀𝐓
6 - Ada Shelby
7 - Grace Burgess
8 - Lizzie Stark
9 - Finn Shelby
10 - Oswald Mosley

𝙏𝙤𝙥 6 𝙀𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙨:
1 - S06 E06 · Lock and Key [10.0] - 𝐓𝐎𝐏 21 𝐄𝐏𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐃𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄
2 - S04 E06 · The Company - 9.8
3 - S04 E01 · The Noose - High 9.7
4 - S02 E06 · Episode 6 - 9.7
5 - S03 E06 · Episode 6 - 9.6
6 - S05 E06 · Mr. Jones - Low 9.5

𝙏𝙤𝙥 10 𝙈𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨:
1 - 𝙍𝙪𝙗𝙮'𝙨 𝘼𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 - Lock and Key
2 - “𝓘’𝓶 𝓰𝓾𝓮𝓼𝓼𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝔂𝓸𝓾 𝓹𝓮𝓸𝓹𝓵𝓮 𝓪𝓵𝓵 𝓭𝓮𝓬𝓲𝓭𝓮𝓭 𝓽𝓱𝓪𝓽 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓸𝓷𝓵𝔂 𝓹𝓮𝓻𝓼𝓸𝓷 𝔀𝓱𝓸 𝓬𝓸𝓾𝓵𝓭 𝓮𝓿𝓮𝓻 𝓴𝓲𝓵𝓵 𝓣𝓸𝓶𝓶𝔂 𝓢𝓱𝓮𝓵𝓫𝔂, 𝓲𝓼 𝓣𝓸𝓶𝓶𝔂 𝓢𝓱𝓮𝓵𝓫𝔂 𝓱𝓲𝓶𝓼𝓮𝓵𝓯.” - Lock and Key
3 - 𝑨𝒍𝒇𝒊𝒆 𝑺𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒎𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒆𝒄𝒉 - Season 3 Episode 6
4 - 𝙁𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙜𝙚 - Lock and Key
5 - “𝓟𝓸𝓵𝓵𝔂 𝔀𝓪𝓼 𝓱𝓪𝓵𝓯 𝓸𝓯 𝓶𝓮. 𝓢𝓽𝓲𝓵𝓵 𝓿𝓲𝓼𝓲𝓽𝓼 𝓶𝓮 𝓲𝓷 𝓶𝔂 𝓭𝓻𝓮𝓪𝓶𝓼. 𝓢𝓱𝓮’𝓵𝓵 𝓿𝓲𝓼𝓲𝓽 𝓶𝓮 𝓷𝓸 𝓶𝓸𝓻𝓮.” - Lock and Key
6 - 𝙋𝙤𝙡𝙮'𝙨 𝙁𝙪𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙡 - Black Day
7 - 𝙏𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙮 𝙊𝙪𝙩𝙗𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙠 - Mr. Jones
8 - 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒆'𝒔 𝒅𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒉 - Season 3 Episode 2
9 - 𝘿𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝 𝙤𝙛 𝙇𝙪𝙘𝙖 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙖 - The Company
10 - 𝘼𝙡𝙛𝙞𝙚 𝙎𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙨 fake 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 - The Company
11 - 𝘿𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝 𝙤𝙛 𝙅𝙤𝙝𝙣 𝙎𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙗𝙮 - The Noose
12 - 𝑻𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒚'𝒔 𝑺𝒖𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 - Season 3 Episode 4
13 - 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙤𝙤𝙥 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 - The Loop
14 - 𝙏𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙮'𝙨 𝘼𝙪𝙧𝙖 - The Shock

𝙎𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙨:
4 >> 5 > 3 >= 2 = 6 > 1
9.2 >> 8.7 > 8.6 >= 8.5 = 8.5 > 8.3
4 = 𝙏𝙊𝙋 22 𝙎𝙀𝘼𝙎𝙊𝙉 𝙊𝘼𝙏

Specials

Series 1