Glitch, Australian miniseries

This haunting ABC/Netflix co-production seamlessly blends supernatural intrigue with small-town human drama.

Set in the strange territory of Yoorana, the characters are confronted with the return of seven people who have long since been declared dead.

Rigorous and meticulous storytelling keeps the viewer constantly puzzling over the roots of the mystery as the glitchers reintegrate and search for clues to their lost time.

The performances are authentic to the core, especially the always brilliant Patrick Brammall as the weary Doc.

Over six seasons, under the direction of Emma Freeman and creator Tony Ayres, the visual poetry rooted the series in a regional gothic setting.

Episodes unfold like lucid dreams mediated by the harsh but healing landscapes of the outback.

The vital puzzle narrative avoids easy answers, but provokes reflection on life, death, grief, faith and humanity's place in the wider scheme.

Natural parallels with works such as Lost emerge, while carving out a unique territory of spiritual science fiction.

Glitch's breezy style invites fans to slowly immerse themselves in its haunted folklore. This vital work, which tackles the eternal conundrums of existence through a captivating Australian lens, richly deserves international acclaim and cult fandom.

At Australia's AACTA Awards, Glitch won Best Drama Series in 2015 and 2016. A recognition of its quality that elevates genre storytelling.

In addition, actress Emma Booth won Best Supporting or Guest Actress in 2015 and 2016 for her nuanced portrayal of the mysterious Sarah.

International prestige grew when Glitch became the first Australian series to be chosen to screen at the prestigious TIFF Bell Lightbox cinema. This cemented its auteur sci-fi credentials.

This reviewer was delighted to see a cerebral mystery gain a worldwide cult following. Glitch has rightly earned recognition as a masterpiece of slow television, worthy of repeated viewings. High praise for all involved.