Banished
British convicts survive in Australian penal colony
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About Banished
Released: 2015
Platform: Hulu
Rating: TVMA
Run time: 1h 0m
Cast
Orla Brady, Ewen Bremner, MyAnna Buring, Ryan Corr, Brooke Harman
Banished (2015)
About Banished
Banished is an engrossing drama series set in the 18th century. It shadows a group of British convicts and their military overseers who establish a new life in Australia, which was then an uninhabited island. Throughout the series, characters are seen battling to live in these harsh conditions while dealing with the psychological and physical challenges posed by their environment. As a penal settlement, rules are strict, punishments are severe, but amid the brutality, remarkable relationships are formed, drives humanity to its very extremities.
Making / Production
Banished is a British drama television series co-produced by RSJ Films and See-Saw Films for BBC Two. The series, created by Jimmy McGovern, was first aired on BBC Two on 5 March 2015. Each episode runs approximately 60 minutes. The breathtaking landscapes were filmed in Sydney, Australia, authenticating the series' historical context.
Actors
- Russell Tovey as James Freeman: Tovey gives a compelling performance as the optimistic opportunist, Freeman, who constantly battles between his morals and survival instincts.
- MyAnna Buring as Elizabeth Quinn: Buring excellently portrayed Elizabeth, a strong woman sentenced for her husband's murder.
- Julian Rhind-Tutt as Tommy Barrett: Rhind-Tutt plays Tommy, a convict who manages to retain his dignity and leadership amongst fellow convicts.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Despite being a UK series, it was filmed almost completely in Australia to replicate the time and place setting accurately.
- The show was initially planned for more seasons, but it was cancelled after the first season due to undisclosed reasons.
Quotes
- "You think you can dilute what you did? Not in this life." - James Freeman
- "There's no room for decency here!" - Elizabeth Quinn
Music, Soundtrack
- The compelling opening theme and score were composed by David Hirschfelder, known for his work on 'Elizabeth' and 'The Railway Man'.
- Many of the episodes are punctuated by haunting folk music, adding further depth to the storytelling.
About Banished
Banished explores the struggles, stakes and intrigue of first British convicts living in an Australian penal colony.
