I remember reading a review of the Stephen Fry novel when it was released, stating there would be a point where you'd have to put the book down and just walk away to process for about 2 weeks. But you'd have to return to see how it all turns out. I scoffed, purchased it anyhow and dove in the fiercely smart & funny words he'd put together.
And about 3/4 of the through, I put it down and walked away. Not for two whole weeks but definitely a few days.
I'd have guessed it unfilmable but they've had a go. Can't think of anyone more perfect to pull off the lead role than Roger Allam. Count in Tovey, McInnerny. Shaw. All worth a watch.
Fingers crossed it's the thoroughly inappropriate dark comedy we all deserve.
"The Hippopotamus" trailer
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