Have always been quite fond of 'Murder She Wrote'. It is a fun and relaxing watch that makes you think as you try to unwind in the evening. If one wants more complex, twisty mysteries with lots of tension and suspense 'Murder She Wrote' may not be for you, but if you want something light-hearted and entertaining but still provide good mysteries 'Murder She Wrote' fits the bill just fine.
"Murder in the Afternoon" on first viewing was a great episode. On repeat viewings it really stands out among the other episodes of Season 2, in a good way. After being underwhelmed by "Joshua Peabody Died Here...Possibly", "Murder in the Afternoon" to me is one of the best episodes of Season 2.
Its best asset is the performance of Jessica Walter, who is an imperious hoot and enjoys herself immensely. Loved the at times creepy set up and everything to do with the soap opera business was a joy and somewhat nostalgic, even for someone who is not an avid soap opera watcher.
As to be expected, it looks good. shot and attractive fashions that makes one nostalgic for the 80s period (even to those who weren't even alive yet). The music has energy and has presence but also not making the mistake of over-scoring, while it is hard to forget or resist the theme tune.
Writing is fun and keeps you on your toes with the mystery while providing a light-hearted and occasionally creepy tone. The story is very engaging with great atmosphere.
Angela Lansbury is terrific as always, while Alice Krige provides one of the show's most relatable and best acted relations of Jessica (which is actually saying a fair bit). While Walter is the one who dominates, William Atherton, Terry Kiser and Mackenzie Phillips also fare well.
It was not exactly hard to figure out the murderer (though it wasn't blatantly obvious) and what happened when shown the final solution didn't seem to tie in with what we were shown with the murder itself.
Otherwise, it is a great standout episode. 9/10 Bethany Cox
"Murder in the Afternoon" on first viewing was a great episode. On repeat viewings it really stands out among the other episodes of Season 2, in a good way. After being underwhelmed by "Joshua Peabody Died Here...Possibly", "Murder in the Afternoon" to me is one of the best episodes of Season 2.
Its best asset is the performance of Jessica Walter, who is an imperious hoot and enjoys herself immensely. Loved the at times creepy set up and everything to do with the soap opera business was a joy and somewhat nostalgic, even for someone who is not an avid soap opera watcher.
As to be expected, it looks good. shot and attractive fashions that makes one nostalgic for the 80s period (even to those who weren't even alive yet). The music has energy and has presence but also not making the mistake of over-scoring, while it is hard to forget or resist the theme tune.
Writing is fun and keeps you on your toes with the mystery while providing a light-hearted and occasionally creepy tone. The story is very engaging with great atmosphere.
Angela Lansbury is terrific as always, while Alice Krige provides one of the show's most relatable and best acted relations of Jessica (which is actually saying a fair bit). While Walter is the one who dominates, William Atherton, Terry Kiser and Mackenzie Phillips also fare well.
It was not exactly hard to figure out the murderer (though it wasn't blatantly obvious) and what happened when shown the final solution didn't seem to tie in with what we were shown with the murder itself.
Otherwise, it is a great standout episode. 9/10 Bethany Cox