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Comment #3267

2013-12-08T12:35:28Z

I apologize for the delayed approval of your comment, Joanne. I can't comment on the episodes you mention, because I'm still waiting for Netflix to release Season 6 in DVD. But a quick search online about subsequent episodes leads me to believe that I will agree with you.

It's a shame, really. Whatever happened to "If you want to send a message, use Western Union"? Preaching through movies is only effective if it's subtle; otherwise it's just embarrassing.

Comment #3266

2013-12-05T02:29:08Z

Finally a post pointing out the painfully obvious inaccuracies in this ridiculous series! I too feel they've tried to insert the 21st century into the 19th. Why???? Undoubtedly to appeal to a wider viewing audience. If I wanted 21st century crime, I'd tune in to the carnage of 'Criminal Minds'. I love this era and truly wish someone would have the courage to portray it accurately. I think the Granada Sherlock Holmes series was a good example of this.

What do you think of the 'James Gillies' story line? Appallingly stupid, from the 'buried alive' (remember CSI?) to her near hanging (note the discrepancy in the hanging scene with the "Hangman" episode, more reminiscent of Anne Boleyn's beheading). The latest episode was really the last straw; him jumping off a bridge and Murdoch in pursuit raised the show to a comic book level quality. I really think I've had all I can take. Yannick Bisson's abysmal acting ability also seems to run in the family; his wife and daughter are equally painful to watch.

Comment #3265

2012-09-05T10:48:52Z

I'll have to give it a try. Sarah