Production Year: 2001 - Drama - Director: Phil Alden Robinson, Richard Loncraine, Mikael Salomon, David Nutter, Tom Hanks, David Leland, David Frankel, Tony To - Original Language: English - Classification: 15 years and over
Advantages: Light-hearted, beautiful scenery and Scottish music Disadvantages: Episode 4 is not available on DVD
...I first came across Hamish Macbeth from the TV series that was filmed between 1995 and 1997 and as a result fell in love with M C Beaton's books on which the characters are based. I was delighted to realise that Series 1, 2 and 3 have recently come out on DVD and immediately got hold of the first series. There are a number of discrepancies between the TV series and the books, but the gentle, slightly humorous, but sometimes poignant, nature of the books still comes through in the TV series.
The story
The series is based around Hamish Macbeth and his job as a police constable in the Highland village of Lochdubh (pronounced Loch Doo). Each episode features a crime or series of crimes, usually involving a murder, that Hamish manages to successfully solve against all odds. The only problem is that he is doing so well that he is in danger...
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Advantages: All the best hits on 2 DVDS Disadvantages: Absolutely None
...Another Joe Walsh offering, but not one of the best tracks on the DVD. 7/10
20. SUNSET GRILL
This is one of Don Henley solo tracks but fits in nicely in an Eagles concert. A typical Eagles sound which will not disappoint. 10/10
DISC 2
1. LIFE'S BEEN GOOD
Very apt for a Joe Walsh track… he certainly adds his own unique sense of humour to this song. 9/10
2. DIRTY LAUNDRY
Another Don Henley solo track, this displays the band's versatility where they all contribute to the song. Very rocky stuff. 10/10
3. FUNK "49
Not really my favourite track on the DVD. A bit indescribable. 6/10
4. HEARTACHE TONIGHT
This song has a really good beat to it. Glen Frey proves he can still rock! 10/10
5. LIFE IN THE FAST LANE
No pun intended, but a good one for the car! 10/10
6. HOTEL CALIFORNIA
Classic Eagles - an Eagles concert would...
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Advantages: Good family drama Disadvantages: Some storylines not very realistic
...enjoyable, just sit back and relax as as the truely wonderful storylines come alive in your own home and make you feel part of the show!
Good buy, your sure to enjoy! :)
Starring Richard Briers as Hector MacDonald
Susan Hampshire as Molly MacDonald
Alastair Mackenzie as Archibold 'Archie' MacDonald
Dawn Steel as Alexandra 'Lexie' McTavish/MacDonald later in the series
Very clean family drama that is sure to fill your living room with happiness and laughs but occasionaly a few tears.
Brilliant 'one-liners' and who couldnt love those amazing kilts that pop into the show now and then ;)...
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Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful
somewhat helpful 18.06.2008
(07.08.2008)
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