"Better late than never" most likely fits this endeavour the most. Before the haydays of modern television Deadwood and other HBO series were the best TV had to offer. I, along with many others, were pretty pissed that our beloved show was cancelled (together with Rome and Carnivale) before it got a decent farewel.

And now, over a decade later, we got what we wanted. Did we still need it? I guess not but it was a very happy reunion with the old(er) cast who fit into their roles as if it was just yesterday. I'd have wanted a "previously on" before the movie began for once but there was enough reflection during the episode... movie to refresh ones memory.

It's strange they still made this so many years after the show ended. I applaud them for it even though it doesn't make sense from a business standpoint. It makes me hope some of the other shows are allowed to be completed but I figure it's too much to ask.

I'm happy we got this, 15 years too late but... still. It's like a long lost letter that comes late from a long forgotten friend.

PS. The Shakepearian dialogue, which was often incomprehensable back in the day, was also a welcome return. It requires all your attention and it's somethat that simply just isn't seen or heard anywhere else these days... or any days.