Hercule Poirot is in Syria. He is part of a party accompanying Lord Boynton, a famous archaeologist, on a dig to find the skull of John the Baptist. Also in the party are Lady Boynton, an evil ogre of a woman, and the main target of her malice - Lord Boynton's three children (she is not their mother, as they were born to a previous wife of his). One day, Lady Boynton is found stabbed to death. Poirot investigates but, due to the seemingly universal dislike for the woman, the suspects are many. Plus, the murder seems impossible as she was in plain view when the deed was supposed to have occurred.
Quite intriguing, and tension-filled too. Good scenery and cinematography. Back stories and motives are far-fetched though, and the rush of revelations at the end seems quite fantastical. No way any viewer could work the murder plot out for themselves, which diminishes some of the fun. Still quite interesting though.
Supporting cast includes Tim Curry, John Hannah and Elizabeth McGovern.
Quite intriguing, and tension-filled too. Good scenery and cinematography. Back stories and motives are far-fetched though, and the rush of revelations at the end seems quite fantastical. No way any viewer could work the murder plot out for themselves, which diminishes some of the fun. Still quite interesting though.
Supporting cast includes Tim Curry, John Hannah and Elizabeth McGovern.