Worzel Gummidge (BBC 2019)

All too often, there are stories from past generations that aren’t passed on and attempts to bring them back again don’t do them justice; sometimes even dissuading new generations from following them at all.  But there’s nothing stereotypical about this delightful children’s drama. It’s got all the county charm and accents but without any outdated references. There’s plenty to chuckle at, from operations of modern-day technology to completing innocent daily tasks which the rest of us might find hazardous. The supporting cast do an excellent job too, and all too often grown-ups are portrayed as idiots in these adaptions. But it’s not done here. The only strange thing is Farmer Braithwaite’s opening frustration as it’s overdone. You’d think he’d be happy to train amateurs if there’s little work to do. Otherwise, it’s a perfect modern adaption of the classic tale, and I’d like to see more. I’ll have to seek out the books too.