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Monk: Mr. Monk and the Dog (2009)
Okay, I loved it...
And I am NOT AFRAID TO SAY IT! Seriously, I can't understand any bad reviews for this episode - Even those who don't like dogs- if you don't get "Mr. Monk and the Dog" then you don't get Adrian Monk. I'm only giving it 9 stars as aspects of the story were a tad weak. However, this is one of those episodes that really showcases Tony Shalhoub's versatility in bringing nuances in out of Monk's character. In truth, its a 4 legged version of "Mr. Monk and the Kid.' Enjoy.
Agatha and the Midnight Murders (2020)
Not all together terrible...
Well, it's easy to see why the world wants more and more Agatha Christie - and here we have some fairly good fan fiction. Good acting and fairly good dialog. Though, here I have a slight problem with F-bombs being dropped here and there. Fortunately beeped out on PBS. Not really the sort of language one would expect Agatha Christie to use. At least the graphic set scenes that seem all to common in New adaptations has been left out. Though there is one or two scenes of some gore, but, seriously, if you've called Agatha Christie's novels "cozy" you haven't been paying attention. Pretty good plot twist. It'll pass in the dark if you give it a shove. OR, you could return to David Suchet as Poirot.
Frasier: Merry Christmas, Mrs. Moskowitz (1998)
Nobody Moves!
Carol Shelley is brilliant and absolutely (in my humble opinion) steals the show - though the whole cast shines, especially in the last half of the show the rapid fire humor makes this one of the best. If I may venture a piece of advice, record and watch it a couple of time. I can almost guarantee you'll discover a few lines that may have slipped under the radar.
Mr & Mrs Murder (2013)
More??? Noooooo!
A really good story, wonderful characters, witty, quirky - and only 13 episodes? Painful but true! Watch it, savour it.
The Impressionists (2006)
Refreshing Television
I found this a very honest and accurate account of the Impressionist Painters. As it says at the beginning: This is a true story and is based on letters & interviews. Having read a great deal about the painters, I did hear several bits of dialog that rang true. I'm sure there's the odd liberty here and there. The film primarily focuses on Monet, Manet, Degas, Renior, Cezane, and Bazille. However, being a woman I really wish they had included, even if in passing, a bit on the contributions of Morisot & Cassatt. Still, A very enjoyable 3 part series. Beautifully filmed and some very good acting. (and Richard Armitage is just lovely to look at!) DVD also includes an extra biography of Monet.