pigletbunny As other reviewers have noted, this a compelling mystery series. And, no, it does NOT portray the Welsh as if they were residents of Modor. Similar to Hinterland, Hidden is set in, well, the Hinterland of Wales. These shows make it INCREDIBLY obvious that they are set in low-population areas. These areas are portrayed realistically, with residents, landscapes, and the lack of utilities (s/as sewer line connections) similar to those found in less populated, fairly remote areas in many parts of our world.What is particularly impressive about Hidden is the realism. The emotions experienced by the characters in their varied roles and experiences, the police procedures and f-ups, and the day-to-day concerns of life, are all portrayed very realistically. No overacting, no needless drama. (Okay, one character needs some lessons on how one physically moves when a rib/some ribs are fractured, but I think that I'm being really picky about that, since I have personal experience with a fractured rib.)

Paul Evans Welsh TV for many years was something to be scoffed at, programmes made for a small audience, but generally forgettable. Then came Hinterland, then Requiem, Keeping Faith, and now Hidden. Welsh TV drama has become something we are now hugely proud of. Forget Scandi Dramas, Wales is now the place for dark, hard hitting drama.Hidden is very dark, and it hits hard. It may be a little slow to get started, but once it gets into its stride it is accomplished, compulsive viewing. The show has a realism to it, which at times is disturbing realistic, the pain and trauma are shown for what they are, harrowing and tragic, not sensational or glorious.It gets better as it progresses, and after some real shocks you get a gripping finale, which really satisfies. Brilliant performances throughout, the acting is of the highest order, Sian Reese-Williams, Gwyneth Keyworth and Rhodri Meilir are all worthy of a mention.Bravo BBC Wales, keep giving us these incredible stories.Loved it! 10/10

chem_prof2000 The story could have been told in 90 minutes rather than 8 hours. It had many long, long, long pauses in dialog and many scenes so dark that the actions were impossible to discern. I understand that some cinematographers and directors use low light but that is just a crappy excuse to save money on set decoration.

mothernight-284-388098 I can't believe the police never put that CCTV photo they had out to the public or at least shared it with the 2 uniforms who visited suspects house and never shared the photo to them or the rest of the police force. All dragged on a bit. plenty of padding in theses series.