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15 out of 15 people found the following review useful: Top Quality Entertainment, 19 February 2007 Author: Ed Hadley from England
From the start, 'Lewis' was utterly commendable. Whately's performance as the newly promoted inspector is as effortless as it is engaging. This opening episode (written by Inspector Morse episode writer Daniel Boyle) manages to balance the suspenseful intrigue with excellent character portrayals, the one not overshadowing the other. As Hathaway, Fox is marvelous. He's clever, knowledgeable, but he can learn a lot from Lewis's experience.In an age where mindless trite talent (I use the word with a due sense of caution) shows are all the rage, and celebrity culture dominates British television, 'Lewis' is refreshing, high quality entertainment for those preferring not to be brainwashed by junk television.A thoroughly deserved: 10/10
11 out of 11 people found the following review useful: An excellent continuation to Morse, 3 January 2007 Author: hrma from United Kingdom
Keeps up the style of Morse, and one can definitely begin to see his personality resurfacing in his former protégé. Well worth watching, especially for all those who miss Endeavour. The plot is very well constructed, and feels like one of Dexters original books. Lewis is slowly turning into a Norhtern version of Morse, but with a more hands on approach, and he is still forsaking the real ale. This story tells the tale of Jealousy and a group of former friends from one of Oxfords colleges 20 years on from there university days. The murders begin with the death of one of the group on a boat, complex and twisting tale unfolds surrounding the events of now and then. There is a definite gelling of the relationships between the Detectives as they start to work to each others strengths and weaknesses. Viewers will be familiar with the filming style and the advantages taken of Oxfords many beautiful locations and settings. Laurence Fox excels in Whatelys former role of the capable sidekick, and whatley himself seems to be settling nicely into the role of effective and efficient superior.
8 out of 8 people found the following review useful: Way better than I was hoping for, 21 February 2007 Author: lilactime from United Kingdom
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Kevin Whateley and Laurence Fox (Lewis & DS Hathaway respectively) have got an opportunity here to carve themselves a piece of British TV history. And I mean big-time. Up there with Thaw, Jason & Barker. I was a huge Morse fan and was setting myself up for disappointment. The Pilot in 2006 was excellent and pointed at the potential to come. This first episode has stepped things up a gear. Take all of the elements that Morse had, as a person and as a series, sprinkle them liberally over an extremely talented cast with excellent writers and director and you have TV Dynamite.Here, Robbie Lewis retains his sidekick from the Pilot (DS Hathaway) and they fit together just like Lewis and Morse did, but somehow the image is reversed. It is the younger Policeman that has the classical insight whilst Lewis takes over the gravitas and experience. Fox is a tremendous find, the sly traces of humour on the edge of his lips is a joy to behold.The flaws in Lewis's character are also perfect. He exudes honest coppering, but with a hint of underlying anger at his own loss. His attitude to Platt in episode 01 was perfectly portrayed. I could just see John Thaw playing that scene. And that is as big a compliment as I can pay Kevin Whateley.The only weak point for me is Chief Super Innocent. She just doesn't cut it. Bring back James Grout for one final hurrah please (Matey).Lewis is also funnier than Morse ever was, check out the scene when Lewis meets Professor Gold (Anna Massey - Happy Families - Morse) in the Library. It is so subtly brilliant. "Haven't we met in a previous life....." All I can add is that if you have a yearning for QUALITY entertainment you will find it in Lewis. You will find it in spades. Pure Class through and through. Go on treat yourself.
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