The Day of the Triffids (1981, BBC Mini-Series)

The Day of the Triffids (1981)

3.5 stars. At times, 4 (out of 5). This is a very good study of when a society collapses. In this case, it happens in London, but we are assured it is the same all over the planet. One wonders, how does one keep their humanity while NOT letting their guard down when people seem defenseless all about them? Compassion dictates... - then you're their seeing eye dog, their slave. Survival becomes the key focus here. The brutality of humankind upon each other takes on an ugly routine like inhaling oxygen. What would you do if you were suddenly made blind? What would you do to those about you who had sight & seemed to be abandoning you to your cruel fate? Such questions are fleshed out with sincerity & depth. I very much enjoyed this mini series, done in 6 short parts. At times, the Triffids - those giant, carnivorous plants, who are mobile - are secondary to the massive inhumanity being set upon the main characters. I did feel I wanted more in the end, which is probably a good thing.