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#REVIEW SHERLOCK HOLMS THE CROOKED MAN JEREMY BRETT SERIES#

Incidentally, it is this energy which makes the Granada Adaptations so exceedingly slash friendly. As an added benefit, Hardwicke and Brett’s chemistry is unparalleled, the spark between them electric at times. Hardwicke’s Watson is the Watson found in Canon, and for that reason alone he is considered by many to be the most authentic Watson to ever see the screen (big or small).

He is far more capable than any other Watson before him. Aside from looking the part, Hardwicke is also an extremely talented actor, and it is this talent which allows him to so fully own the role of Watson. Of all the renditions I have seen of Watson, Hardwicke’s Watson is the only one which approaches perfection. Burke’s Watson, it should be noted, was far more in awe of Holmes than Hardwicke’s Watson the result of which was the impression that Watson was head over heels in love with Sherlock Holmes.Įdward Hardwicke, as Dr. Still, his portrayal was admirable, and Burke made for an amusing and adorable Watson, whose physical features provided an exact likeness to Holmes’ Boswell. That being said, Burke’s Watson did appeared (in retrospect) to be a dumbed down version of Hardwicke’s Watson. It was a relief, then, to see a Watson who was noted for his intelligence and usefulness. Prior to the Granada Adaptations, the best known rendition of Watson belonged to Nigel Bruce, who played Watson as a bumbling idiot in most of the films made with Basil Rathbone. While not quite as good as his successor (Edward Hardwicke) Burke’s portrayal of Watson was quite endearing. Beyond being well suited to the role, Brett is also incredibly talented actor, who literally shines in each of his scenes. Brett looks very much like Paget’s rendition of Holmes, and he plays up Holmes’ more obsessive attributes, adding a sense of depth and insight to the character that other adaptations have lacked. His mannerisms, his cat like reflexes even his appearance have become the very definition of Sherlock Holmes to many fans. Brett plays up Holmes’ whimsical sense of humour, and appears quite high-strung on occasion. This should be noted, as it is rare to find a middle of the road stance with Brett: people either love Brett’s portrayal, or they hate it.īrett’s Holmes is entirely more neurotic than the Holmes found in Canon. I must confess that I am a fan of Brett’s Holmes. In watching the episodes, we get the sense that particular attention was given to casting, and so it is worthwhile examining some of the key players, and the actors who played them. Part of what makes the Granada Adaptations so memorable is the cast. For that reason alone it is worth watching.

It is obvious, even in the first few episodes of season one (which were considerably more awkward than the second and third season episodes) that a lot of love and passion went into creating and filming this series. Every little consideration was taken into account, every contingency planned, and the end result is a very realistic look into the world of Holmes and Watson.

#REVIEW SHERLOCK HOLMS THE CROOKED MAN JEREMY BRETT SERIES#

The Granada series is a period piece, and so particular attention was given to costuming, props, sets, and the use of Victorian English.

None of this would be possible, of course, were it not for the attention to detail. The cinematography is breathtaking and manages, through acute directing, to tell the story from a third person perspective, adding insight to the original stories. In addition to being well written, the series is also well researched and well filmed. The scripts rarely deviate from Canon, and when they do it is done in such a way as to enhance the story, rather than detract from it. In fact, the series often transcends film adaptations in terms authenticity and credibility. The Granada series is the most definitive television adaptation ever created.

Granada’s Sherlock Holmes is heralded as one of the most authentic adaptations ever made. The series would go on to last ten years, and would eventually include several feature length productions. Watson: David Burke later Edward Hardwickeīetween 19, Granada Television, under the direction of Michael Cox, adapted and produced some forty-one Sherlock Holmes inspired episodes.

Review sherlock holms the crooked man jeremy brett