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Anyone watch this new series with Adrian Dunbar last night? On my to watch list but being slated in some quarters today.
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.I quite enjoyed it. I'd say the twist (or double twist as it turned out) was hinted at rather than 'flashed up' - we're all born with 20-20 hindsight:-/ And i'll bet none of you never gave it a moment's thought until nearer the end.
The jazz (which i also cannot stand) is to be a regular feature but thankfully isn't that prevalent throughout the two hours.
The jazz (which i also cannot stand) is to be a regular feature but thankfully isn't that prevalent throughout the two hours.
I like the actors and their acting. I like the setting and the mood. A good story line and a decent length of viewing to get into the plot. I do not like the unlikely scenario of a retired detective returning to 'consult' - it does not happen. Lewis failed with Hathaway and Ridley should have been on the cusp of retirement. Apart from this unrealistic element, the rest I enjoyed.
Are you in the force now paul? According to this article its based on a trend of ex police acting as consultants. https:/ /www.wh attowat ch.com/ watchin g-guide s/ridle y-starr ing-adr ian-dun bar-cas t-relea se-date -plot-t railer- and-mor e
Watched the first episode last night. Think there will be more about the jazz club to come. Is Ridley a part owner? Certainly has keys to the place. He's not meant to be a singer - he's an ex cop, but "clubby singers" come in all voices. The song he sung was one of my mum's favourites and brought a tear to my eye.
Bednobs, I am retired now and I know there are a few returning officers who make a difference by offering by their experience. However, they do not take such a prominent role in the 'lead' position as Ridley clearly did. It was as if the DI was a fresh DS and Ridley was still the king. The SIO is never a retired officer no matter how clever he or she was.