Arthur & George

Those lovely nine stars are of course for the program "Arthur & George"(2015). Of which I completely enjoyed. However, my review is on the Sour Grapes reviews of this well written, well acted, well presented, although very short lived piece of television entertainment. To those of you that did Not like, enjoy or were otherwise entertained by this program, I have this to say, and Please feel very free with all the negatives that you do enjoy spewing about a program that I Feel Very Strongly that No One tied you down to watch. ENOUGH!!! If you do NOT want to watch then You Do have The Power to change channels!!! No One wants to read your completely Negative remarks about how awful it all was!!! Thanking you All in advance.

Recently widowed, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle takes a personal interest in a very bizarre case, the son of a Vicar is believed to have carried out a series of animal killings, Doyle strongly believes the flimsy case against Analji is racially motivated.

It plays out very much like an episode of Sherlock Holmes, only this time the case is a real life one, The Wyrley Outrages, and The Detectives, Doyle and Woodie are also real, although they are very much in the guise of Holmes and Watson here.

It's such a strange story, filled with baffling events and oddities, but it is an engaging story, and definitely one to hold your attention.

Set over three parts, it's well paced, very well made, and boasts some terrific acting, Clunes really is the standout as Doyle, a fascinating character, a man with progressive attitudes in his day.

Very atmospheric, very moody, it's well worth watching. 8/10.

Marvelous fun based upon Julian Barnes' amazing novel with the wonderful Martin Clunes in superb form as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Ed Whitmore's screenplay captures the magic and pathos of the book while dramatizing it with imagination and flair. As the great author endeavors to solve the mystery surrounding the unjust conviction of a solicitor, there is suspense, humor, and drama throughout the proceedings. Filmed beautifully and with careful attention to period detail, it is nothing less than fascinating to see Doyle brought to life and given such humanity by Clunes. Fans of Holmes will indeed find this a rewarding series and will revel in the exciting and riveting story of the creator of their hero and one of the true icons of English literature. Don't miss, especially if you know little of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's real life.

Apparently, this TV series and the book that it is based on. Take a lot of "dramatic license" with the actual events that took place. It is an interesting drama, with good acting, plot and production values. I would like to think that what actually happened in the case. Is not too totally different from how it is portrayed in this series. If Mr. Conan Doyle did help right a wrong that was done to an innocent man. That's enough for me, and I think it is good that this series brings the story to light, and gives a well known author. Another reason to be admired by people familiar with his books.

(Unfortunately, because of a technical problem on my streaming service. I was unable to see the second episode of the series, and was only able to watch the first and third episodes of the original three).

This show is "based" on a real happening. That does not mean that everything in the show actually happened, only that an historical event was the starting point. This is entertainment so there is going to be some dramatic leeway but there are also actual events present in the show.

I am a huge Sherlock Holmes fan but the title tells you that this is about his inventor, not Holmes, so I knew not to expect Holmes' methods or quirkiness. I also did not expect a "Dr. Watson" but was pleased to find out who the character was based on.

This movie is entertaining; admittedly some of the acting is lacking, but all-in-all, it is something I highly recommend. This movie has humor, light drama, mystery, and some good actors. If you want "real" watch a documentary; for fun entertainment "Arthur & George" is a good bet.