HBO delivers a thoughtful and adventurous adaptation of Philip Pullman’s challenging book series.
The North is no place for children, bellows Lyras uncle but Oxford isnt much safer.
the Golden Compass of Pullmans books, and oneill-fated movie).
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How am I supposed to trust you when no one tells me the truth?
Lyra screams at Ma Costa (Anne-Marie Duff), a Gyptian whose own child has been snatched.
The truth is complicated, Ma replies.
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Some things youre better off not knowing.
Only Lin-Manuel Miranda, as aeronaut for hire Lee Scoresby, hits a false note.
Shot in and around Wales,His Dark Materialslooks gorgeous and expensive.
(Either way, the show has a two-season order.)
