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Post by mark687 on May 5, 2021 15:26:13 GMT
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Post by mbt66 on May 5, 2021 17:22:47 GMT
Well that all sounds very exciting.
Plus the return of India Fisher to the world of Sherlock Holmes! Shame she is not playing the same character, but I suppose Holmes and the Ripper is not in the same canon as these Jonathan Barnes stories.
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2021 18:00:51 GMT
Looking forward to the return hats off to BF as a company they definitely pulled out the stops and a definite case of The show must go on ...and tbh it’s such a great title
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Post by aussiedoctorwhofan on May 14, 2021 8:59:59 GMT
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Post by Deleted on May 14, 2021 12:55:59 GMT
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Post by mark687 on Jun 22, 2021 17:40:46 GMT
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Post by aussiedoctorwhofan on Jul 1, 2021 8:51:26 GMT
Free excerpt of "The Seamstress of Peckham Rye" Sherlock Holmes the code in the link in the BF newslette is MYSTERY  |
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Post by aussiedoctorwhofan on Jul 21, 2021 9:02:32 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Jul 21, 2021 19:38:34 GMT
Nice to be transported away from the UK’s current extreme heat into Autumn and the reassuring tones of Dr Watson, who prepares us for the horrid truth – Holmes is in a foul mood!
I think the BF Sherlock Holmes theme has been tweaked to give us an authentic violin sound as opposed to a synthesised one. I like it.
I’ve only listened to the beginning of this set so far, and I’ll pop back after it is finished. Jonathan Barnes really knows how to set up a story; I was so wrapped up in the various characters and their situations, the story strands got hold of me and I didn’t even know it! Lucy Briggs-Owen and Richard Earl have a great chemistry. I’d say Watson has done rather well for himself.
Talking of chemistry, Nick Briggs and Richard Earl are on fire, producing some truly hilarious and eccentric moments (the familiar reason for such boisterousness not alluded to until later). India Fisher is almost unrecognisable, and very good. I had to check the credits to see who she was playing.
If I sound a bit like a Sherlock Holmes salesman, apologies - but the BF version is a definite favourite of mine and when it is done as well as this, it’s impossible not to fall under the spell.
Excellent. More to follow …
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Post by Deleted on Jul 24, 2021 12:12:50 GMT
After flirting with fantasy in The Adventure of the Fleet Street Transparency, this latest tale is more rooted in normalcy - Watson's personal life often exists on the periphery of these stories, so it is refreshing to see it take more centre stage. As usual, plots strands mesh and intertwine beautifully and it's impossible not to fall under Jonathan Barnes' story-telling. Barnes' work elsewhere at BF has always been solid, but with Holmes, it takes on a new level - it's clear he has a passion for Conan Doyle's tales, and the characters. Watson and Holmes are as well defined and played here as anywhere else, on any medium. Possibly Rathbone and Bruce remain my favourite pairing, but Briggs and Earle aren't far behind. Genevieve too, played by Lucy Briggs Owen, is a great addition.
This is another fine tale, full of intrigue and twists and turns. The idea that Holmes in later life, in fear of losing his muse, is more 'reliant on the needle' than ever before is an interesting and tragic development. Watson's relationship with Genevieve is very sweet, and other characters' judgemental attitude toward her is very true to the period, and very unfair. I think we're all on her side. Mark Elstob was also extremely good - what a voice artist he is! The new villain has been given one heck of a build up and I hope we run into her again at some point.
Again I hope this series is successful and provides a good contrast to the more commercial Dalek/Doctor confrontations (ironic that the same actor plays both Holmes and the Daleks).
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Post by IndieMacUser on Jul 28, 2021 12:40:32 GMT
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Post by lidar2 on Aug 12, 2021 15:14:41 GMT
I listened to this and it is very good. As davros1 said it is devoid of scifi/fantasy elements and I personally think it is much the better for it - I prefer it if BF leave the scifi/fantasy to the scifi/fantasy franchises and keep Holmes rooted in reality. I did however think there was a major plothole: Why would Watson provide Genevieve's husband an alibi in order to get him to sign divorce papers? If he did not do so, the man would be hung for murder and Genevieve would be a widow, and no need for any divorce papers As for the ending . . . Did anyone else think Genevieve was going to turn out to be the Seamstress? I thought it was heading that way, maybe it still will in the final part of the trilogy |
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Post by ryan on Aug 13, 2021 20:29:13 GMT
I listened to this and it is very good. As davros1 said it is devoid of scifi/fantasy elements and I personally think it is much the better for it - I prefer it if BF leave the scifi/fantasy to the scifi/fantasy franchises and keep Holmes rooted in reality. I did however think there was a major plothole: Why would Watson provide Genevieve's husband an alibi in order to get him to sign divorce papers? If he did not do so, the man would be hung for murder and Genevieve would be a widow, and no need for any divorce papers As for the ending . . . Did anyone else think Genevieve was going to turn out to be the Seamstress? I thought it was heading that way, maybe it still will in the final part of the trilogy Absolutely! Judgement and Blackstone Grange were outstanding for this very reason. No fantasy or sci-,fi, just cleverly written, suspenseful stories. It's rare for non-ACD Holmes to be this good, but those two sets were excellent |
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Post by anothermanicmondas on Aug 14, 2021 19:55:31 GMT
I listened to this and it is very good. As davros1 said it is devoid of scifi/fantasy elements and I personally think it is much the better for it - I prefer it if BF leave the scifi/fantasy to the scifi/fantasy franchises and keep Holmes rooted in reality. I did however think there was a major plothole: Why would Watson provide Genevieve's husband an alibi in order to get him to sign divorce papers? If he did not do so, the man would be hung for murder and Genevieve would be a widow, and no need for any divorce papers As for the ending . . . Did anyone else think Genevieve was going to turn out to be the Seamstress? I thought it was heading that way, maybe it still will in the final part of the trilogy My opinion/theory on that "plothole" {Spoiler}
Watson promised to lie without knowing the details. When he found out he felt bound by his promise to follow through as a matter of honour. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 21, 2021 18:50:07 GMT
Ahhhhh Good old Watson Richard Earl is amazing just like putting on comfy old slippers........
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Post by Deleted on Oct 22, 2021 4:55:32 GMT
Well a wonderful set up and a great story from Mr Barnes.
As for India Fisher unless you look at the cast list you would have no idea it was her at all,oh if Nick could do that 😂🤭
The continued love interest of Watson and the connections formed in The Grange expertly weaved.She must indeed be a woman of amazing charm for such compromises to be made...is it out of Character?It will be one to ponder on.
Over all a wonderful tale well acted by all involved and i look forward to the upcoming resolution everything is pointing in one direction but am sure it will go another way.
This is a 5/5 from me
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Post by Deleted on Oct 22, 2021 6:26:42 GMT
I listened to this and it is very good. As davros1 said it is devoid of scifi/fantasy elements and I personally think it is much the better for it - I prefer it if BF leave the scifi/fantasy to the scifi/fantasy franchises and keep Holmes rooted in reality. I did however think there was a major plothole: Why would Watson provide Genevieve's husband an alibi in order to get him to sign divorce papers? If he did not do so, the man would be hung for murder and Genevieve would be a widow, and no need for any divorce papers As for the ending . . . Did anyone else think Genevieve was going to turn out to be the Seamstress? I thought it was heading that way, maybe it still will in the final part of the trilogy very much agree with it being so much better set in the REAL world but not too real hahaha |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 22, 2021 6:29:49 GMT
I listened to this and it is very good. As davros1 said it is devoid of scifi/fantasy elements and I personally think it is much the better for it - I prefer it if BF leave the scifi/fantasy to the scifi/fantasy franchises and keep Holmes rooted in reality. I did however think there was a major plothole: Why would Watson provide Genevieve's husband an alibi in order to get him to sign divorce papers? If he did not do so, the man would be hung for murder and Genevieve would be a widow, and no need for any divorce papers As for the ending . . . Did anyone else think Genevieve was going to turn out to be the Seamstress? I thought it was heading that way, maybe it still will in the final part of the trilogy Absolutely! Judgement and Blackstone Grange were outstanding for this very reason. No fantasy or sci-,fi, just cleverly written, suspenseful stories. It's rare for non-ACD Holmes to be this good, but those two sets were excellent Am of the opinion we have met The Seamstress and it will be interesting to go back over Grange and Peckham and see if i have missed any clues...i know one thing...its a woman 😂 sorry is that a spoiler🤭 |
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Post by mark687 on Feb 3, 2022 15:29:36 GMT
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Post by aussiedoctorwhofan on Mar 5, 2022 8:04:47 GMT
Congrats to BF for winning the best Audio Drama for Sherlock Holmes "The Seamstress Of Peckham Rye".
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