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The State branded television's "most brutal" series

Photo credit: Channel 4
Photo credit: Channel 4

From Digital Spy

Tonight (August 23) saw the conclusion of Channel 4's four-part controversial drama The State in an eye-opening and powerful ending.

The series followed four Britons who were indoctrinated into the dangerous world of ISIS and explored how they reacted as the reality of the situation unfolded around them.

Photo credit: Channel 4
Photo credit: Channel 4

Viewers praised Channel 4 for being "brave" enough to make the programme and said that although it was a very tough watch at times, it was important for everyone to see.

Also, the show didn't set out to "glamourise" ISIS – far from it – and people over on Twitter were keen to make that point very clear to those who were not supportive of The State.

The programme was so harrowing in fact, not everyone could face watching it.

Photo credit: Channel 4
Photo credit: Channel 4

Then, around halfway through tonight's episode, former EastEnders actor Nitin Ganatra (aka Masood Ahmed) showed up and viewers just couldn't believe it.

However, some struggled a little with the storyline and would have liked a bit more background on why the characters turned to ISIS.

So if Channel 4 is looking for prequel ideas, look no further.

The State aired on Channel 4.


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