From the producers of The Fall and nominated for five BAFTA Cymru Awards, including Drama Series and Writer; Welsh dramaBANG, Series 1 makes its DVD debut from Acorn TV on February 12, 2019. Bang follows an ambitious police officer Gina Jenkins (Catrin Stewart, Doctor Who, Misfits, Stella) and her troubled brother, Sam (Jacob Ifan, Cuffs). When Sam gets ahold of a gun, he sets off on a crime spree that endangers not only his life, but also his sister’s future in the force. The DVD 3-Disc Set features 8 episodes, plus a bonus behind-the-scene featurette ($49.99, Amazon.com). Bang made its U.S. premiere in October 2018 onAcorn TV. Called a “glorious streaming service… an essential must-have” (The Hollywood Reporter), Acorn TV is North America’s most popular streaming service focused on British and international television from RLJ Entertainment, Inc. and AMC Networks.
Loner Sam and his ambitious sister, Gina, live in a decaying steel town in South Wales. Since the death of their father 12 years earlier, the two have taken divergent paths. Gina has a promising career in the police force, but Sam’s life is going nowhere—until one day he gets his hands on a gun. Emboldened by newfound confidence, he begins to commit increasingly daring crimes.
Meanwhile, Gina is investigating the killing of a local car salesman. When the police connect the murder to Sam’s gun, Gina makes it her mission to find the owner of the weapon. But as she digs deeper, she discovers information about her father’s unsolved murder that will send shock waves through her troubled family.
From the producers of The Fall, this gritty crime series blends poignant family drama with satisfying murder mystery. Also starringJack Parry-Jones (Our Girl), Nia Roberts (Hidden), and Gwyneth Keyworth (Black Mirror).
Street Date: February 12, 2019
DVD 3-Disc Set: 8 episodes – Approx. 392 min., plus bonus – SDH Subtitles – UPC 054961270590
Bonus: Behind-the-scenes featurette (43 min.)
My Thoughts
Bang is a crime drama series that centers around two siblings. Gina is is an upstanding member of the local police force while Sam has gotten involved with crime. Gina finds herself caught between family and duty when her brother is implicated in a horrendous crime. At the same time, she is trying to uncover the cold case surrounding her father's murder. This first season has eight episodes and a look behind the scenes:
The Package - Gina and her partner come upon a murder while investigating a robbery. Sam is being bullied until his tormentor's girlfriend gives him a special package.
Gunshots - Sam hides the gun. Gina gets reports of gunfire. The police look into suspects in the murder of a salesman.
Loss - Sam is devastated when his grandmother dies and his mom wants to sell the house. He starts stealing at work. Police show up at Patricia's house.
Shot - Sam decides to rob his stepfather.
The Truth - Gina's boss Carl confronts Sam and he retaliates by insinuating Carl is in a relationship with his sister. Gina looks into her father's murder.
Ashamed - Sam and Ela rob a club, and Luke gives chase. Gina questions them, but they manage to sidestep her.
Suspicions - A body found is the woods is connected to Stevie. Sam's family is suspicious.
Part of It - Gina confronts her mother about her suspicions. Sam is in trouble when people come looking for his gun.
This is a really great series. There is a lot of action during the investigations, and the relationship between the siblings adds another layer of drama. I am pulling for Sam to redeem himself and turn his life around, but who knows! I can't wait to see what happens in Series 2. You can grab a copy of his exciting new drama for yourself online at Acorn Media or on Amazon.
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