Mike Bungay (
Mark Mitchinson) was a lawyer haling out of New Zealand. He took on the profession in the early 1960’s. One would like to say that Bungay had a stellar career with no problems. His childhood wasn’t without problems, it was horrible. He actually chose law by a coin toss. He would ruffle the feathers of his fellow lawyers and would actually do the same to his clients. Bungay would live a very unconventional lifestyle with his love of fast cars and loose women. He loved to drink, and whisky was his choice of beverages. It was with this bravado that he would defend the likes of murderers, gang members, and spies. He would have legal victories but he could never get away from his self destructive tendencies.
In episode one, we get to see Mike Bungay for what he is, a genius of law but a man with many demons. In episode two, our story continues with the defense of Bill Sutch a man accused of spying. We also get to see how his self destructive nature is beginning to take its toll on his personal as well as his professional life. It’s in episode three that Mike will gain more fame but will also suffer a heart attack that finally exposes his destructive lifestyle to the world. There are two more episodes but it would be best for you to discover what they are all about. Mike Bungay’s life is what legends are all about. He was a genius at being a lawyer but showed a human side that would eventually take its toll.
Acorn is bringing this wonderful tale to DVD on May 1st 2018. The DVD quality is excellent and the sights and sounds are terrific. In recent memory New Zealand is coming into its own with its TV dramas.
BBC is picking them up and then the United States are seeing them through
Acorn TV. This story I must say is one to enjoy. It will be a wonderful addition to that personal library and you will want to view it over and over.
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