Childhood's End miniseries

"It’s been brought into the present (...), but the depth and ambition are still there." 

"The miniseries is certainly watchable, and the experiment represents a valiant effort. But in TV terms, 'Childhood’s End' ultimately feels trapped between worlds--a program that’s alternately oversimplified and perhaps a bit too evolved for its own good." 

"The miniseries’ balance between individual narratives and humanity’s collective destiny remains a bit wobbly throughout." 

"The disturbing alien plot unfurls through a wondrous, hours-long act of dramatic magic that draws together elements from ancient religions and modern science." 

"At times the production can seem underbudgeted, the direction overwrought."