Sherlock (Series Review)

Title : Sherlock
Genre : Detective, Crime
Language : English
Episodes : 13 (Seasons - 4)
Released : 2010 - 2017
Rating : 4.8/5

Synopsis :

Sherlock depicts "consulting detective" Sherlock Holmes (Benedict Cumberbatch) solving various mysteries in modern-day London. Holmes is assisted by his flatmate and friend, Dr. John Watson (Martin Freeman), who has returned from military service in Afghanistan with the Royal Army Medical Corps. Although Metropolitan Police Service Detective Inspector Greg Lestrade (Rupert Graves) and others are suspicious of Holmes at first, over time, his exceptional intellect and bold powers of observation persuade them of his value. In part through Watson's blog documenting their adventures, Holmes becomes a reluctant celebrity with the press reporting on his cases and eccentric personal life. Both ordinary people and the British government ask for his help.

Although the series represents a variety of crimes and perpetrators, Holmes' conflict with nemesis Jim Moriarty (Andrew Scott) is a recurring feature. Molly Hooper (Louise Brealey), a pathologist at St. Bart's Hospital, occasionally assists Holmes in his cases. Other recurring roles include Una Stubbs as Mrs. Hudson, Holmes and Watson's landlady, and series co-creator Mark Gatiss as Holmes' elder brother Mycroft.

Review :

I’m a huge fan of Sherlock from my childhood. I know I’m super late to pick up this series now. Anyways, better late than never. This series is based on detective stories of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle.

Sherlock's character sticks out in a stupendous way. His intellectual perspectives stir your thoughts inquisitively. Dr. John Watson is a pertinent partner for Sherlock. They solve each crime meticulously.

Dr. Watson's and Mary Morstan's love stands out even in engaging crime scenes. 

Each episode is portrayed adroitly. Background music is an absolute delight. Shooting locations are perfectly selected. Costumes for the whole cast are well chosen.

The bonding of Sherlock and his elder brother Mycroft is strong in unique ways. You are unable to differentiate whether they are foe or friendly brothers.

Molly Hooper is one of my favourites characters. Her love for Sherlock is immensely unconditional. 

Each episode is unique in their own way and keeps us intriguing in all possible ways. My most favourite episodes are “The blind banker”, “A scandal in belgravia”, “The hounds of baskerville”, “His last vow” and Of course “The final problem”.

Overall, it’s an ingenious crime detective story.

I highly recommend this series to the lovers of crime fiction, thriller and mystery. And mainly to the fans of Sherlock Holmes.

Happy watching!!!

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