M of E is a pretty good amateur attempt at a limited mini-series. You got three top quality female leads in Winslet, Nicholson, and Smart, but beyond that the series comes up short. The writing is good at times but also really weak at times, there's too much unmotivated behavior hangin' around, too many implausible plot moments, too many weak acting performances from supporting characters, some really weird editing choices, etc. So although it's not really compelling enough to keep you riveted for seven hours, there's enough there to pass the time with a few good bowls of popcorn.