Overview: Critically acclaimed writer Charlie Higson transforms the classic story of good versus evil in this stylish fantasy adventure immersed in the golden age of Hollywood horror.

Opportunity fills the air in 1930s London, but for the young, sensitive and naïve Doctor Robert Jekyll (Tom Bateman, Beecham House, Vanity Fair), a dark past lurks in the shadows.

Jekyll has inherited his grandfather's curse, and in extreme moments is overcome by an inexplicable power - Hyde. Superhuman and uninhibited, the devilishly alluring Hyde is everything Jekyll isn't.

DVD Verdict: For my money, 'Jekyll and Hyde' is a Devilishly stylish, polished 30's horror drama that hits all the right buttons.

From the storyline to the narrative, special effects, sets and acting 'Jekyll and Hyde' is a real winner. In spite of the fact this series is loosely based on well trodden ground, it still manages to be highly imaginative and original.

It takes core elements from the original tale, written by Robert Louis Stevenson and then, in a fusion like blend, adds in intriguing extras.

For starters there's the very heady 1930's British flavor of the whole series, which recaptures the latter days of the British empire. The whole series is '30s chick with a capital "C". Stylish cars, sets and people sit alongside the more worker day aspects of life and times, of the period.

Adding to the mix, are Gothic elements and monsters, reminiscent of any early 20th century horror flick. Not to mention proper "British" secret organizations, both good and bad.

Groups that tap into the mystical world these monstrous creatures inhabit. A world that sits just beneath the thin skin of normalcy, most people call reality.

The acting in 'Jekyll and Hyde' is of a high standard and the cast are well chosen. The narrative is intelligent, for the most part, only occasionally overplaying the '30s thing.

The story in spite of its layers of complexity, holds together well too. Its a credit to the writers, director and producers, that they manage to create such a cohesive tale, with so many creative concepts in play.

In closing, personally, I loved this series for its a remarkably refreshing take on a classic tale. This is a Widescreen Presentation (1.78:1) enhanced for 16x9 TVs and comes with over 25 minutes of Bonus Video: Introduction - The Power of Two - Tom Bateman - Monsters - Behind the Scenes.