Well, I had a look at cinema listings for the weekend - and wouldn't you know it, the Arc cinema in Ennis has a matinee - of The Forever Purge! (Only showing in the evening in Limerick.) Will probably head to that tomorrow - free parking on Sundays, dontcha know. Well, I mentioned as much to my boss during the week - and wouldn't you know it, she reminded me that there's a series on Amazon Prime called The Purge! So I've now managed to squeeze in five episodes.
An online review said it's not as good as the second series (which, I'm glad to say, is also available), but I am impressed. As the episodes continue, we switch from one character's story to another around the city - and as each takes twists and turns, we delve into the soul of each character. Via a whole gallery of imaginative rogues! They really go to town on this festival, and roaming the streets in a variety of heavy-duty vehicles, you'll find all sorts, with all kinds of aims - not to mention some games that are laid on, carnival-style, and a spectacle specifically for the delectation of the NFFA (New Founding Fathers of America), whose swish party is a feature of the night. This is an ingenious expansion of the world of the films, where they explore the idea of ambulances being off-limits, and some gangs of vigilantes whose job is to rescue victims. I really dunno how anyone gets to work the next day - everyone seems to be out!
Each character's story advances mightily through the episodes, and in unexpected directions. Still got me hooked - just the one episode left in this season, I guess. I wonder whether the same characters are carried through to the next season.. those who survive, of course..
In the meantime, I squeezed in Cultureseekers' quiz earlier today - Connections in UK Culture / History! Given a series of words or phrases, say what the connection is, or what the next in the series should be. I didn't win - nor come close to it - but I did ok.
And as I say, I'll probably go to The Forever Purge tomorrow. Nobody's booked yet, so I might rock up on the day and buy a ticket, given that they have a booking fee.. I'll keep an eye on it. And I'm thinking a Chinese takeaway might be nice - I always liked Jade Cottage, but I'm not sure whether they offer outside dining. It should be a gorgeous day.. we'll see.
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