What kind of man is Sir Arthur Guinness? That’s the question being put before the people of Dublin in this eighth and final installment of House of Guinness’ first season. (After that cliffhanger, it had better be only the first season.) Is he the great conciliator between Republican and Unionist, determined to save lives through his family’s charitable work regardless of denomination, or is he a Conservative wolf in sheep’s clothing? Is he the scandal-plagued politician who barely escaped jail after attempt to fix his last run for office, and around whom rumors no doubt swirl regarding his nocturnal activities? Is he the secret funder of Fenians at home and abroad? Is he a peddler of damnation in a bottle? Does he just make a really good beer?
But thanks to the work of actor Anthony Boyle, who is mesmerizing in the role, “What kind of man is Sir Arthur Guinness?” is one of the most interesting questions on television this year.
I reviewed the season finale of House of Guinness for Decider.
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