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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
For six weeks, this superbly written and acted romantic comedy drama kept me on the edge of my seat. This is one of the best (and most under-rated) TV shows in a long time.
Jessica Stevenson, as per usual, gives an outstanding performance as Holly - I hated her guts but at the same time, she was just so loveable...
Alan Davis and Lesley Sharp create a constant air of sexual tension - at first, I thought that there would be no great spark between the two but after watching the first episode I was left quite amazed! They do make the sweetest couple and after all, it is called Bob and Rose.
Bob and Rose is a wonderful piece of work - I guarentee you will not be disappointed.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Russell T Davies, currently at the height of his powers as head writer and producer of Doctor Who, is enjoying wide-spread acclaim of late. This series doesn't seem to have become the massive success that his Queer as Folk, The Second Coming or even Dark Season attained however. Indeed, many who haven't seen it often dismiss it as "Jonathan Creek being gay on ITV". It's easy to see why - the series doesn't really add anything as new or immediately different as the hedonism of Folk or the apocalypse of Second Coming. But it is, in its own way, utterly brilliant.
Funny and charming, the story of a gay man who falls in love with a woman is beautifully acted and amazingly astute in its social observation (probably because it's very loosley based on the experiences of a gay friend of Davies'). The two leads are great, but the supporting cast (most notably Penelope Wilton as Bob's eccentric mother and Jessica Stevenson as his jealous best friend) are also extrordinary.
It's also shamelessly optimistic and uplifting, with some wonderful make-you-smile moments, aided by the lovely score. Its aim is to demonstrate how even the most ordinary, everyday scenario can yield the most wonderful things. In this it is an unqualified success - the final monologue makes you almost tearful it's so beautiful.
Funny and charming, the story of a gay man who falls in love with a woman is beautifully acted and amazingly astute in its social observation (probably because it's very loosley based on the experiences of a gay friend of Davies'). The two leads are great, but the supporting cast (most notably Penelope Wilton as Bob's eccentric mother and Jessica Stevenson as his jealous best friend) are also extrordinary.
It's also shamelessly optimistic and uplifting, with some wonderful make-you-smile moments, aided by the lovely score. Its aim is to demonstrate how even the most ordinary, everyday scenario can yield the most wonderful things. In this it is an unqualified success - the final monologue makes you almost tearful it's so beautiful.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I can't rate this highly enough. I loved the show when it was on TV and still regularly watch the DVD.
Bob and Rose tells the story of a gay man and a stright woman who fall in love. However, they have to overcome their own problems, the prejudices and actions of their friends, and the feelings of their parents.
Every single actor in this was perfectly cast, all suited their roles brilliantly. They managed to make the sub-plots almost as enticing as the main one.
Even though I know how it ends, every time I watch it it's like I'm seeing it for the first time.
One of the best shows in recent years.
Bob and Rose tells the story of a gay man and a stright woman who fall in love. However, they have to overcome their own problems, the prejudices and actions of their friends, and the feelings of their parents.
Every single actor in this was perfectly cast, all suited their roles brilliantly. They managed to make the sub-plots almost as enticing as the main one.
Even though I know how it ends, every time I watch it it's like I'm seeing it for the first time.
One of the best shows in recent years.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Does it rain in heaven?
I shouldn't really write this review. Bob and Rose is so close to me. A woman who fancies the socks off a man. They enjoy each other's chat. Without affectation. Read more
Published 6 months ago by W. Rodick
Cracking
A great story. Lesley Sharpe & Alan Davies are utterly superb, as are the supporting cast. The last two episodes lose it a bit as they focus too much on the friends but the ending... Read more
Published 7 months ago by HarryHollyMama
Fun to watch
I didn't see this show first time around so it was handy to have it on dvd and to watch it almost in one go. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Sandgroper
Alan Davies - yes!
Just love Alan Davies, so love every show he is in.
This DVD is a little bit different to his role in Qi but still very enjoyable.
This DVD is a little bit different to his role in Qi but still very enjoyable.
Published 12 months ago by joyl
Surprise yourself
I have to admit that I was dubious that this was the sort of thing that I would like. But I decided to give it a go based on a) the writer and b) the cast. I am pleased that I did. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Frodo
a day well spent
what a wonderful way to spend an afternoon and a wet saturday morning. I watched the first disc in one sitting and then the other in a morning. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Terry Ireland
Not a gay show!
Despite the many critical views of this show, I found it to be incerdibly well acted and at times very moving. It poses alot of questions regarding love, lust and sexuality. Read more
Published on 21 April 2010 by Andrew A. Channon
brilliant
I loved this when it was on tv years ago and I am pleased that I have it as I am sure I will watch over and over.
Published on 28 Feb 2010 by cj bronte
Genius - pure genius
Bob & Rose, Queer as Folk, Dr who - Second coming, etc - Russell T davies gives you everything - he is a joy to watch - very entertaining. Read more
Published on 9 Aug 2009 by snowman
Television heaven
This series is one of the best I have ever seen on televison.
Lesley Sharp is beautiful and brilliant. Alan Davies is gorgeous and wonderful. Read more
Lesley Sharp is beautiful and brilliant. Alan Davies is gorgeous and wonderful. Read more
Published on 11 Nov 2005 by L. H. Healy
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