Sherlock
The TV miniseries Sherlock
brings the classic tale of Sherlock Holmes to modern day London. The first
episode of the series opens up to a John Watson, played by Martin Freeman, who
has just returned from Afghanistan. You probably know Martin Freeman from his
role as an orc killing hobbit from The Shire, better known as Bilbo Baggins.
Yes, the tiny hobbit who saved Middle Earth is now in London solving crimes
with the famous Sherlock Holmes. But it’s not as odd of a match as you think
because Sherlock Holmes is played by Benedict Cumberbatch, who also played the dragon Smaug from
the Hobbit series. So now we have a
former hobbit and dragon solving mysteries in London. Even with this odd pairing,
both Freeman and Cumberbatch take us on a fun, whirlwind ride as they try to
find a murderer who makes his victims kill themselves.
As
expected Holmes is a well-dressed, intellectual detective who has trouble
understanding and relating to other people. The only person in the world who
can tolerate Holmes is his partner in crime, Watson. Together they try to piece
together the series of murders in London. Watching Holmes when he is trying to
figure what is happening at each stage makes him the most entertaining to
watch. Even teenagers can find humor in his ridiculous comments and odd
behaviors. Watson is the perfect counterpart for Holmes as he is the more
normal of the two, but also enjoys the thrill of the hunt as much as Holmes. So
if you’re the kind of person who likes a good murder mystery, then this is the
show for you. It has intense suspense filled scenes that will keep you on the
edge of your seat, while also making you laugh at the clever and witty
responses from Holmes. If you would like to get a preview check out the link below.
