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Feeling Inspired...(Part 2)

I like a man who thinks. I like a man who's witty, who  always gets what he wants when all odds are against him. I like a man who's ready to roll up his sleeves and dig through the dirt, literally. I like a man with a past, fearless of who he is and ready to battle his demons. I like a man who's vulnerable enough to let his guard down,  yet strong enough to protect his ego. I can't get enough of that man. 

Thomas Shelby, 5 years gone by in 5 days, and I can't stop watching you! 

10 minutes before watching Peaky Blinders "great reviews, but why the dull scenes? I need colour and less murk. Can I really stand the fight scenes, too much blood for me. I need something funny, this doesn't look like it. Oh well, it has good reviews, it must be good for something. Might as well watch. If I don't like it, then I'll sleep"

40 minutes into Peaky Blinders "okay, this took a turn, a museum...simpler times for spies huh"

6 episodes later  He’s a man, he’s a ghost, he’s a god, he’s a guru....something, something, a red right hand..I  need to google the lyrics and sing along 


It's no secret that I love to binge-watch, and my excuse of this seemingly fruitless habit is picking up a few life lessons as screen time reviews. Besides,  who doesn't enjoy  the plot twists that unfold with every good scripted show, which is basically how life is, right? If a show can't bring me close to real life, then it's never worth the time. 

Long story short, Thomas Shelby has won me over. Up until this point,  I can't quite understand what has me gripped to Peaky Blinders. It does get slow at some point, but the intricate weaving of Tommy's life creates a masterpiece for drama, both subtle and aggressive. His leading role definitely leads, can't argue with that. Probably  that's what ignited the fanatic in me. So by order of the Peaky Blinders, here are the reasons why I like Thomas Shelby (spoiler alert). 


  1. Everyone knows he's the boss, and he doesn't need to shout it out. Leadership isn't noisy (Arthur Shelby) and it's not a showcase for power. Enter a room, and let that power speak for itself. 
  2. Tommy always has a plan! Plans A to Z, with a mission to complete. Even when others don't see your vision, stick to it. Keep thinking about the bigger picture. Street gangs attending royal derbies, you can't paint a bigger picture than that. This man should be king, he's building an empire in 6 episodes. 
  3. Tommy cares, in his own twisted way. Family matters, protect and prosper as one. Even when  it means marrying off your brother to the enemy to restore peace. Yes he did that and I can' t get over that scene.  
  4. Tommy, like any one else, is a fool in love. Hear a girl sing once can make a man spare lives. If that doesn't teach me the importance of love then what will? 
  5. Tommy is shrewd, the man knows business. Making deals with the right people. It's true what they say, it's who you know that counts. The man makes illegal look legal...even when he's digging tunnels. 
That's it for now. Season 4 and 5 reviews will add to the list. 


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