If you happen to watch American films then you must have noticed something obvious. The Americans love to abuse the Russians. They usually have sinister illegals of Russian origin who suddenly act like a break in the development of the world.
There is a show by FX which takes that to the whole next level. But, without vilifying the Russians. The show captures the life of Philip and Elizabeth Jennings almost without any bias.
The six seasoned show demands a lot of patience but it is one of the most brilliant shows you can watch.
The Americans is streaming on Hotstar and it is set during the cold war. When Americans and Russians were trying with all their might to counter each other, there was a concept of illegals.
In simple terms, they were spies who lived inside the USA territory as American citizens. They would speak brilliant English, live like a common citizen, raise children, and shed no doubt of their secret.
They would be controlled by their seniors and execute missions that would serve the interests of the USSR.
The show has one of the finest character developments, reveals some of the most unnoticed aspects of the human, and dive deep into politics and psychology.
The Americans is one show that doesn’t compromise on quality and stays true to its concept.
If you haven’t watched and are ready for a long binge watch then you must not miss The Americans.