This a very good series. It atmospherically reanimates the 1980s, a decade which despite never having seen myself, seems to be the home of many of my favorite stories. The series's reliance on child actors, a bet which I think rarely turns out well for directors, seems to have succeeded here. The special effects were masterfully and more importantly tastefully done.

Winona Ryder is the real star of the series though, and her portrayal of haggard single mother is mundane and brilliant. Another great Netflix series! I look forward to watching the next season.

(I binged this in February 2017.)