Saldana is a powerhouse, deserving of the many award nominations and wins. Kidman's character is less developed, and she plays the role stoically to a fault.

Gabriel and Andy are a gay couple of eight years living in Wales, and are in the early days of adoption. A process that requires the hubris of Rome and the excavation of our deepest grottos. A process that, frankly, needs more light in the zeitgeist as panels and bureaucrats play God, forming families out of what is too often despair.

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The plot of The Diplomat rushes along at break-neck speeds, often defying credibility. However, you can ignore these contrivances, because the writing and acting are so strong that it won't spoil your enjoyment of this tense television series.

Danes and Rhys shine brightly.