Cancel the trip ....
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DavidKlyne replied on 16/05/2019 10:10
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DavidKlyne replied on 01/08/2019 21:39
Posted on 01/08/2019 21:39
A bit late in the day but we have just started to watch the series, managed two episodes so far. Only got four recorded so hope I can get the other two on catch-up. I am by no means clear where it is all going but that is typical of Poliakoff's work, it usually makes sense in the end but it's always fascinating getting there. I sometimes think I am watching a play in the theatre!
David
DavidKlyne replied on 03/08/2019 18:57
Posted on 03/08/2019 18:57
Just managed to catch up wit the last four episodes. You have to pay attention! I did quite enjoy the twist at the end re the comedy, won't say more just in case. Wasn't totally convinced about the son part of the story, although there were undertones of something happening in the past. His stories always seem to be based on real events to a degree.
David
replied on 04/08/2019 22:18
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Posted on 04/08/2019 22:18 byThe plot line concerning the son is no more far fetched than some plot lines in Shakespeare’s plays… and none the worse for that.
He does his research!
The dialogue is theatrical (stylised and stilted even) and that is what I really enjoy.
Just re-watched The Lost Price (having recently visited Sandringham, it was calling to me) and then segued into Shooting the Past - Tim Spall again.
Tempted to say that Poliakoff is second to Shakespeare in my pantheon of Great Playwrights.
