Life on Mars (BBC Cop Drama)

[PMC]

metalman wrote:

"East Pakistan" was province of Pakistan, residents were "Pakistani"

Ahem, prior to that they were subjects of the crown - as were you colonials at one time I believe.

Try telling an Irishman he's English by virtue of the fact that Ireland gained independence in 1921 and then count your teeth afterward!

[metalman]

mel_zoom wrote:
metalman:
""how things have changed" since 70s

"East Pakistan" was province of Pakistan, residents were "Pakistani""

That changed in 1971 which is some time before I was born. Ive never been pakistani. Also its presently 2007, not 1970. Still dont let that dissuade you from using pedant logic to support his action.

try irony,
you were having your own "Life on Mars" moment.

[mel_zoom]

It might be ironic if I were Pakistani. Im not and it isnt.

"East Pakistan" has always been a misnomer. Bengalis and Pakistanis have different languages, customs and culture. The only thing they have in common is that they are have a majority muslim population. A fact which failed to prevent Pakistan Army invading and commiting atrocities in which a lot of innocent people were indiscriminately killed. Perhaps now you might understand why Bangladeshis appreciate being called "Pakis" perhaps even less than Pakistanis do.

[Hyperspeed]

Exploring the 1970s culture was quite brave. Irish workers, black detectives, Asian families setting up home in the UK, police brutality, political incorrectness etc.

The 70s look akin to the Wild West when looked back on in this way.

It's a very escapist and fascinating show. The incessant swearing, insults and slapdowns not only add humour but polarise how uncompromising the story intends to be with viewers.

There seems to be a love interest in there too... how exciting!

:-D