Been five years since I watched an "Inspector Lewis". This one was better than the last but not by a lot. The story was very suspenseful laden with holes, coincidences, and full of unlikable characters. Clues were woven together for a decent buildup leading to an unsatisfying ending. Lewis and Hathaway both are quite bland not having much charisma.
A major problem I had with the episode was how graphically gory it was of Allison's crime. Then Lewis describes the lunatic's actions as "done out of love and kindness.".
Lovely female actresses were a plus. But, the casting of Rebecca Front as Ch. Supt. Innocent is dreadful. The confrontations with Lewis pale in believability to those of classic detective shows. The heated battling with superiors is integral to a good series when chosen to be used.
I'll watch a few more episodes to see if the writing picks up to the "Morse" quality level.
A major problem I had with the episode was how graphically gory it was of Allison's crime. Then Lewis describes the lunatic's actions as "done out of love and kindness.".
Lovely female actresses were a plus. But, the casting of Rebecca Front as Ch. Supt. Innocent is dreadful. The confrontations with Lewis pale in believability to those of classic detective shows. The heated battling with superiors is integral to a good series when chosen to be used.
I'll watch a few more episodes to see if the writing picks up to the "Morse" quality level.