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Bali 2002: TVNZ debuts star-studded Australian drama

review: October 12, 2002.

It was one of the darkest days in Indonesia. Bali’s ‘calm island’ lost its innocence as the packed Kutabah of Paddy’s Pub and Sari Club was torn apart by his two bomb blasts, killing 202 people, mostly tourists from more than his 20 countries. night. Another 200 were injured.

Twenty years later, the Australian four-part series aims to bring viewers back to that traumatic event and its aftermath. Authorities in Indonesia and Australia have attempted not only to identify but also bring those responsible for the deadly attacks to justice. .

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A four-part Bali 2002 series created by three screenwriters with eclectic credits ranging from Wentworth and Catching Milat to the original Heartbreak High and Bananas and Pajamas tonight on TVNZ 1 at 8:10pm. The two-episode run, which will be available to stream on TVNZ+, takes a 2000s portmanteau film approach (think Crash, Babel, 21 Grams), starting with Britain and Oz (and Focused on different duos (local couples) and groups of tourists. Together for that fateful night.

Husband and wife Dan (Paul Michael Eyre) and Polly Miller (BridgertonThe brilliant Claudia Jessie) revisit the place that first brought them together. Melbourne-based best friends Nicole McLean (Elizabeth Cullen) and Natalie Gould (Sophie Forrest) are desperate to make the most of her two weeks of drinking, dancing and shopping. Off the remnants of another disappointing season.

Hanabeth Luke (Saskia Archer), Nicole McLean (Elizabeth Cullen), Natalie Gould (Sophia Forrest) and Ni Lu Erniati (Sri Ayu Jati Kartika) were notable figures at Bali 2002 is one of

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Hanabeth Luke (Saskia Archer), Nicole McLean (Elizabeth Cullen), Natalie Gould (Sophia Forrest) and Ni Lu Erniati (Sri Ayu Jati Kartika) were notable figures at Bali 2002 is one of

But while the creators brought to life the colorful sights, sounds, and even smells of the setting, and judiciously used archival footage to enhance the atmosphere in the immediate aftermath of the attack, the drama itself feels increase. A little awkward.

The “terrorists” are portrayed in the style of 90’s Hollywood action movies (one-dimensional, virtually always in shadow, and accentuated by music that screams they’re lazy). The pair are left in much worse shape, one than the other.

Melbourne-based best friends Nicole McLean (Elizabeth Cullen) and Natalie Gould (Sophie Forrest) were desperate to make the most of their two weeks of drinking, dancing and shopping in Bali. In 2002 Bali went awry in the most shocking way.  .

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Melbourne-based best friends Nicole McLean (Elizabeth Cullen) and Natalie Gould (Sophie Forrest) were desperate to make the most of their two weeks of drinking, dancing and shopping in Bali. In 2002 Bali went awry in the most shocking way. .

Jessie is once again a charming presence, but her personality seems rather reserved. We’re left with only cameos and disappointments, but the former definitely seems set to play a major role in upcoming episodes.

Twenty years may not be too early to recreate this catastrophe, but despite its impressive cast, this one really lacks the quality it deserves.

Bali 2002 debuts on TVNZ 1 tonight (Sunday 22nd January) at 8:10pm. Episodes are also available for streaming on TVNZ+.

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