Sherlock (TV-BBC) Series 3 (2014)

My long overdue review of Sherlock Series 3! But hey, with the way things are going, I have a year and a half before series 4 airs! Grrr. That's probably the most frustrating part of the entire show; it takes SO long between seasons. With each series only having 3 episodes makes the wait so much more agonizing. I love this show but it frustrates me to no end! It makes you feel like you're chasing after someone who doesn't love you as much as you love them. :/ Hmm...it's like being in a relationship with Sherlock himself! Sigh...

Series 3 is paced quickly; especially in the second episode. Honestly, I feel like they're cheating. In 'The Sign of Three' they go through a montage of past cases. Every flashback scene is a teaser to an episode that doesn't exist! You want nothing more than to watch each of those flashback scenes in full blown episodes.

With all my frustration, I will still wait for series 4...and 5...and 6...and it better go on forever!

Sherlock Series 3 Trailer...

There is a mini episode for this series called 'Many Happy Returns.' It's technically series 3 episode 0. It's only 7 minutes, but a fun little intro into series 3. In case you missed it...

Here's a little trick I'm excited to try for Sherlock Series 4. Download the extension 'Hola Better Internet' on Google Chrome. If you set the country to the UK, you can watch a lot of British shows on their iplayer service. That's not the most exciting part! BBC UK airs Sherlock BEFORE PBS airs it in the US. BBC aired the premiere on January 1st while PBS aired it on January 19th. I know, it's only 18 days but still...it's 18 DAYS!!!

Beyond that, there isn't much to say that I haven't said already about the past 2 series. The acting, directing, and writing are simply superb. Although I will admit series 3 is my least favorite thus far; again, mostly because it runs fast and on the edge of chaos. Otherwise, I'm excited to see how Mary will fit into future series and hoping they will keep Sherlock working is abductive magic.

When will BBC start upping the ante? We want more!!!
Here's more!
Dr. Watson's Blog!
http://www.johnwatsonblog.co.uk/

Sherlock (TV Series-BBC) Season 2 (2012)

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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