I want to be Sherlocked! Season two of the BBC's Sherlock series is a maddening rollercoaster ride.
Three episodes is not nearly enough per season. The first episode bring you back in from season one and the third episode walks you out. There is only one lone episode for you to get comfortable. It leaves you wanting at least three more episodes in-between. Its a rather contradicting feeling because its so good you desperately want more, but yet you leave pouting and unfulfilled.
The problem with having only three episodes per season is the lack of foundational development. Watson's relationship with Mycroft takes a huge leap from season one without explanation. It isn't difficult to figure out, but it is a direct consequence of limited time. They do however remedy most of it with superior writing and directing. The show effortlessly moves at rate that allows you to understand their passage of time.
All three episodes were so vastly different but the entire season had an overarching theme; that Sherlock Holmes is vulnerable. Benedict Cumberbatch's portrayal of Holmes is much more somber than in season one. No where is it more apparent than in episode three. Cumberbatch humbly and appropriately gives way to Andrew Scott who plays Jim Moriarty. Moriarty is the most fantastic villain. You hate him so much, you want to squeeze and twist his stupid face off and then pull out his vocal chords! He is brilliant!
Although season two doesn't allow for savoring, its simply remarkable to watch the supreme level of excellence by the entire cast and crew.
On a scale of 1-10, Sherlock Season Two: 9.0
Performance distinction for Benedict Cumberbatch: underrated.
Scene Spotlight: Sherlock and Moriarty on the roof.
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