Whilst the series is highly engaging in the early episodes they never really develop the characters and we never understand their motives or emotions. Also, whilst they spend the last episode explaining the technical aspects of the possible causes we really don't get all the sub plots and motivations, both during the actual event and in the review of it many years later.

The casting, sets, cinematography, styling etc is excellent! My only gripe is that I would have preferred Russian audio with subtitles to really create a feeling of authenticity.

Bottom line is that the series is interesting and very realistic but it serves as great documentary rather than engaging and relatable dramatic entertainment.