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Martin Shaw stars in a masterly exploration of an isolated and beleaguered community coping with the evil and disruption of murder, based on PD James' bestselling novel. The story is set in an Anglican theological college on a desolate stretch of the British coastline. When the body of one of the students is found on the shore smothered by a covering of sand, his wealthy father demands that Scotland Yard should re-examine the verdict of accidental death. Commander Dalgliesh agreed to pay a visit and finds himself embroiled in one of the most horrific and puzzling cases of his career.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By Volker Knopp
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In spite of some negative comments ("not up to Roy Marsden standards") I bought this box of DVDs since it was and still is offered at a very low price. I have watched almost all the older productions with said Roy Marsden - and have liked them very much in their own laid-back way. The two new productions are equally enjoyable, with a different, but also convincing, impersonation of Dalgliesh and a cast of excellent actors. The settings are sumptuous and highly atmospheric. Running time is a generous 350 minutes, roughly.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By JIX
These two films are excellent adaptations of P.D. James' novels. Martin shaw makes a very good Adam Dalgleish and the settings are true to the story lines. I would be happy to recommend them.
21 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Martin Shaw displays his versatility as an actor in the role of Adam Dalgliesh, bringing dignity and gravitas to this double feature. As in Judge John Deed, he has the ability to grip one as the main character around which the others revolve. A more contemplative persona in this, reflective of his position as a top ranking detective, these atmospheric and absorbing dramas keep the viewer guessing what will happen next. Recommended.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
My preferred Dalgliesh portrayal
DEATH IN HOLY ORDERS & THE MURDER ROOM - Martin Shaw DVD 2006
I have read the P D James novels and was frankly not that enamoured with them, I think that it is the old... Read more
I have read the P D James novels and was frankly not that enamoured with them, I think that it is the old... Read more
Published 16 days ago by BlackBrigand
5.0 out of 5 stars
He IS Adam!
This is one of my favourite who-dun-its and it is just as I imagined, Martin Shaw IS Adam Dalgliesh and I love its Norfolk setting.
Published 1 month ago by H. Davies
4.0 out of 5 stars
Surprised
As I have all of the P D James novels that were made into tv movies starring Roy Marsdan. I was slow to get use to Martin Shaw. By the second movie I was into the difference. Read more
Published 1 month ago by nichole
1.0 out of 5 stars
I stuck with it
This was hugely disappointing. P D James is one of my favorite authors but these renditions are very amateurish and do not keep the attention.
Published 3 months ago by John HOLLAS
5.0 out of 5 stars
P.D. James - Death in Holy Orders & The Murder Room [DVD)
I do love all detective and police stories and DVD's, we have quite a collection of these too. It is nice to sit and watch them at the end of the day.
Published 3 months ago by Eveta Hubbardibus
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very good
Martin Shaw is a very ggod Dalgliesh. And the cast is Excellent and the stories are very good.. And I like the setting in the sixties.
Published 3 months ago by Poul Thisted Kristensen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent interpretations of the books
PD James excels in conveying the claustrophobic atmosphere of of enclosed communities and this came over well in these adaptations.
Published 3 months ago by Henriette
5.0 out of 5 stars
p d james dvd
I saw this on television some time ago and wanted to see it again.
Martin Shaw very good as Dalgleish.
Martin Shaw very good as Dalgleish.
Published 5 months ago by dot f
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it.
Arrived promptly (like most of my purchases from Amazon). Love Martin Shaw so I am probably a little biased. He was GREAT as Dalgliesh. Riveting stuff. would recommend. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Red Indian
5.0 out of 5 stars
Marvellous
This is simply marvellous. Both dvds in the pack are 1 1/2 hours, and both are excellent. Martin Shaw's performance is great and the supporting cast is splendid in both, if... Read more
Published 7 months ago by J. Waite
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