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All six episodes from the first series of the supernatural drama, starring Andrew Lincoln and Lesley Sharp. Alison Mundy (Sharp) is a young woman cursed with the ability to communicate with the dead. Robert Bride (Lincoln) is a young psychiatrist grieving over the death of his son. When they meet, Robert is shocked to find that Alison is far more convincing than the fraudulent mediums he has been exposing for years. And when Alison reveals that she is in touch with Robert's dead son, their relationship is thrown into crisis. Episodes are: 'More Than Meets the Eye'; 'Lower Than Bones'; 'Daniel One and Two'; 'Misdirection'; 'Sleeping With the Dead'; and 'The 7:59 Club'.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By C. Blackburn
Format:DVD
I somehow missed this when it was on TV, but I bought the DVDs on a whim and I'm very glad I did. I found the show truly gripping and couldn't wait for the next episode as each ended, probably because every episode is different to the others.. What a refreshingly original TV show amongst a lot of rubbish which is around at the moment.
I'd recommend it to anyone who likes psychological ghost stories- Afterlife is genuinely scary at times, particularly episode 3 about the boy who is believed to be schizophrenic but is actually being haunted by a ghost.
Although Afterlife is frightening, I found it interesting that I also felt empathy for most of the ghosts in the series because of the dilemmas they were in. Afterlife shows the point of view of the ghosts, as well as the live humans affected by them. This is not something which I have not often encountered when watching horror films or reading books about ghosts.
Lesley Sharp is amazing in Afterlife- truly believable and a very different role from other things I've seen her in- The Full Monty, Bob and Rose and so on. Her best performance.
I don't think Andrew Lincoln was quite as well-suited to this role as in more laddish roles like Simon in Teachers, but it was nice to see him try something different, and his performance is satisfactory, if not as striking as Sharp's.
My only qualm with the show is if you're a psychology student, like me, you might find it slightly irritating that the show portrays psychologists as being slightly insensitive, clinical, closed-minded individuals who apparently talk about Freud all the time. Still, that didn't stop me loving the programme.
I was slightly disappointed with the last episode because I expected everything to be wrapped up, for it to be quite final, but it did feel like a bit of an anti-climax. However, this suggested to me that they intend to make another series. I hope they do, as there is much potential for the characters to be explored further.
9/10.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By "isaburd"
Format:DVD
This is a fantastic drama from ITV starring the monumental talent of Lesley Sharp in the role of psychic Alison Mundy, a woman haunted by her past and the spirits that never leave her. Great script, camera work and music and sterling support from Andrew Lincoln and a terrific supporting cast. Would recommend!!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By zztopbanana
Format:DVD
***
I saw this on TV as it was originally transmitted last year and was spellbound.
I had only ever seen Lesley Sharp in 'Full Monty' but she is truly stupendous in this; if ever an actor made a part, then Lesley Sharp makes this - even with all the plaudits in the world, you could not adequately picture this - it really does have to be seen to be believed.
Personally, I did not rate Andrew Lincoln's performance but whether that was because he was eclipsed by Lesley Sharp we will never know - I think pretty well anyone could have played his character and been equally overshadowed.
The series itself is TV drama at it's best and was a welcome change from the usual Saturday night dross.
Series 2 is here, I believe, and has it's work cut out to be a worthy sequel.
This first series really is a hard act to follow.
Outstanding.
***
I saw this on TV as it was originally transmitted last year and was spellbound.
I had only ever seen Lesley Sharp in 'Full Monty' but she is truly stupendous in this; if ever an actor made a part, then Lesley Sharp makes this - even with all the plaudits in the world, you could not adequately picture this - it really does have to be seen to be believed.
Personally, I did not rate Andrew Lincoln's performance but whether that was because he was eclipsed by Lesley Sharp we will never know - I think pretty well anyone could have played his character and been equally overshadowed.
The series itself is TV drama at it's best and was a welcome change from the usual Saturday night dross.
Series 2 is here, I believe, and has it's work cut out to be a worthy sequel.
This first series really is a hard act to follow.
Outstanding.
***
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Programme
Great programme, lots of bits to make you jump, don't watch with the lights off! Lesley Sharp plays a great part
Published 3 months ago by alan and carol rawlinson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Enjoyed this
This was a food series for anyone who likes science fiction. Good story line. Ending was a it predictable but i enjoyed it anyway. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Sammie Kaie
5.0 out of 5 stars
A must watch
If you like ghost stories then you will love this, what better way to get you into a series give you someone (she) with a talent for speaking to the the other side (ghosts) and... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Steve Ellis
5.0 out of 5 stars
Afterlife DVD
Great series that i caught on the TV, but missed one of the episodes. Have watched it through from the beginning again, as its such a great drama.
Published on 20 Dec 2010 by Jules88
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not quite convincing
Hmmm.
I'm not a believer in the subject matter, but that doesn't mean that I can't enjoy getting lost in a good ghost story. Read more
I'm not a believer in the subject matter, but that doesn't mean that I can't enjoy getting lost in a good ghost story. Read more
Published on 29 Jun 2008 by kkaammyy
5.0 out of 5 stars
NICE SURPRISE !!
ONLY BOUGHT THIS DVD ON SPEC. FOUND IT TO BE A VERY PLEASENT
SURPRISE.HADENT SEEN THE SERIES BEFORE AND I THOUGHT IT WAS VERY GOOD. Read more
SURPRISE.HADENT SEEN THE SERIES BEFORE AND I THOUGHT IT WAS VERY GOOD. Read more
Published on 27 Jun 2007 by G. M. Somers
4.0 out of 5 stars
Spooks 'n' semis
Can't be quite as excited as the other reviewers about this series, although it's painstakingly put together in its attempts to place the supernatural firmly in the world of the... Read more
Published on 3 April 2007 by D. Dent
5.0 out of 5 stars
BRILLIANT!
I was lucky enough to catch this on TV when it was on. My husband didn't manage to watch it and I missed a few episodes so I am thrilled to find it on DVD (I have even bought the... Read more
Published on 21 Oct 2006 by E L. Burton
5.0 out of 5 stars
THE best paranormal drama!!
If you have even the slightest interest in ghosts and the unexplained, this is highly recommended viewing. Read more
Published on 6 Oct 2006 by Mr. J. Nicol
5.0 out of 5 stars
Startling televison
I can only agree with the other reviewers, this is a wonderful series.I was hooked from the start and couldn't wait for each episode. Read more
Published on 30 Aug 2006 by Bluegirl
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