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Waking the Dead - Series 4 [DVD] [2004] [2001]

Trevor Eve , Sue Johnston , Andy Hay , Ben Bolt    Suitable for 15 years and over   DVD
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
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  • Actors: Trevor Eve, Sue Johnston, Holly Aird, Claire Goose, Wil Johnson
  • Directors: Andy Hay, Ben Bolt, Philippa Langdale, Suri Krishnamma
  • Writers: Andy Hay, Barbara Machin, Doug Milburn, Ed Whitmore
  • Format: PAL, Widescreen, Colour, HiFi Sound
  • Language: English
  • Subtitles: English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 1.66:1
  • Number of discs: 6
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: 2entertain
  • DVD Release Date: 29 Jan 2007
  • Run Time: 236 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000LRYSYQ
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 23,074 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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More cases for the ‘Cold Case Unit’ - detectives aided by forensic and psychology experts - as they unearth the files of unsolved crimes that have threatening present day implications. But now Grace, Frankie, Mel and Spencer have bonded into an effective team, could the maverick leadership of DCI Boyd have put the unit in jeopardy?

Disc One
In Sight of the Lord
A media campaign from a murdered soldier’s grandson has led to the nearly 50-year old case being re-opened. When the killer strikes again and other linked murders from the 1960s become apparent, the team must try to fit the pieces of the case together and find the next intended victim.

False Flag
Demolition work on a garage is halted at the discovery of a skeleton sitting in the driver’s seat. An unexploded bomb found under the car is soon linked to an Irish terrorist cell from the late 1970s. But why was the would-be bomber killed and why did the bomb fail to detonate?

Disc Two
What gives the ‘Cold Case Unit’ its cutting edge? It’s dynamic leadership, scientific insight or back-to-basic detective work? Or could it be the team’s special relationships, like Boyd’s respect and admiration for Frankie, his sparring with Grace or his off-hand treatment of Mel and Spencer?

Fugue States
Notting Hill Carnival, 1988: Five-year-old twins are taken from their home. A nationwide search is launched, but they are not found. Fifteen years later, one of the twins, Jason, is admitted to hospital after a traffic accident; the hunt now begins to establish where his sister might be and whether she is still alive.

Anger Management
When a killer strikes at a hostel, Sam, a newly released prisoner, becomes a major suspect. As the team investigates further, it emerges that Sam has a complex hidden past. On the surface he appears to be a devoted family man, so why does he have influential connections in the criminal world?

Disc Three
The Cold Case Unit was always aware that their cases were not really dead - just sleeping. That anyone willing to kill five, ten, even twenty years ago might well be ready to do so again. But did they ever think that the team itself could be putting their lives on the line?

The Hardest Word
A sadomasochistic serial killer is at large. The killings are brutal and the victims are found with the word 'Sorry' carved in their backs. When the killer strikes at the heart of the team, the investigation takes a new track and the motive for the murders takes on a very different meaning.

Shadowplay
A young woman has killed her family through an arson attack on her family home. After she claims she was incited to do this by a mysterious figure known only as 'The Shepherd', it transpires that two more women have claimed they were incited to commit murder by the same person.


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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Waking The Dead As Good As Ever 9 Mar 2007
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Once again, the cold case team around Peter Boyd (Trevor Eve) and Grace Foley (Sue Johnson) crack cases that have been forgotten or could not be solved earlier due to lack of modern forensics. We have come to expect extremely chilling story lines, ingenuity by forensic pathologist Frankie Wharton (Holly Aird), stress and tensions within the team which do not always see eye to eye (Mel Silver - Claire Goose questions Boyd's motives, just when the team is threatened with being taken over), and these keep this police drama taught and full of suspense. Be prepared for a shock ending.

Series 5 and 6 have since been filmed and aired so could the BBC please release these series a bit faster than the first 4. They make for compelling, repetitive watching, and are the best series the BBC has done in years. Longmay it continue. Congratulations!
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Extraordinary, atmospheric cold case series. 11 July 2008
By pointone TOP 1000 REVIEWER
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Waking The Dead - Series 4 [2001]

Contemporary television drama at its best, although I have not seen all the seasons I feel certain this must be the best, if they come any better than this, WOW.

There is a wonderful atmosphere maintained throughout the season, every complex plot is a well acted and a stunning success, even if there are occasional unlikely coincidences, etc

Detective Superintendent Peter Boyd (Trevor Eve) and psychologist and profiler Grace Foley (Sue Johnson) both well into middle age lead the very much younger team of DI Jordan (Wil Johnson), DS Mel Silver (Claire Goose) and pathologist /forensic scientist Frankie Wharton (Holly Aird).
What makes it stand out against other series (i.e. the American "Cold Case") is this age differential between the two leaders and their team, superimposing a family ambience to their interactions. Saying that we never learn anything about their private lives except for snippets in flash backs relating to the crimes.

The series is all the stronger for the fact it is not intended as a slice of real police life, the resources allocated to this small department is unreal, and the treatment of witnesses is hardly politically acceptable.

A thoroughly gripping and intriguing MUST SEE.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Amelrode TOP 500 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
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"Waking the Dead" is one of the most gripping mysteires series ever turned. Each of the crimes and the amazing ways how they are is solved is extraodinary. The cast - most of all Trevor Eve and particuarly Sue Johnston - is equally amazing. Those who enjoy crime stories will have a wonderful time. I enjoyed every story of the 5 series I bought. Do not miss this!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Waking the dead really steps up the game
For me, series four of "Waking the dead" is where the quality of the writing and the consistently good storylines shift up a level. Read more
Published 1 month ago by John Picard
5.0 out of 5 stars Another good series.
I'm a great fan of the whole series and have the complete set. If anyone is unfamiliar with the setting they'll still appreciate the storylines and acting.
Published 3 months ago by R Marg
5.0 out of 5 stars Waking the Dead - Series 4 [DVD] [2004] [2001]
One of the best series I have ever watched. I think the roles played are executed completely by the actors and while as Eddie Showstring Trevor Eve left a lot ot be disired in his... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Lee Finney
5.0 out of 5 stars fab series
love all the series 10/10 could watch over and over. Had it bought as a present and kept me happy for hours.
Published 5 months ago by fly243
5.0 out of 5 stars Product of Topnotch Writers and Directors; Intense, Riveting Viewing
"Waking the Dead Season 4"is a superb entry in the acclaimed British mystery television series that ran from 2000-2007, when, sadly, it was axed by the BBC in favor of `newer, more... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Stephanie DePue
5.0 out of 5 stars Waking The Dead - Series 4 [DVD] [2001]
More from the team - a must watch series, just like the others.

Well worth watching, not to mention converting your friends to, like we have :)
Published 19 months ago by Dawn Litchfield-Lloyd
5.0 out of 5 stars Waking The Dead Series 4
Waking The Dead - Series 4 [DVD] [2001]
I had missed most of this series especially the death of Mel and as a fan of the whole series couldn't wait any longer to catch on... Read more
Published 20 months ago by StarlightLyn
5.0 out of 5 stars SUPERB!!!!
Another wonderful series from the WTD team. I would highly recommend this series. It's a terrible shame that the BBC has just confirmed that there will be no more made after Series... Read more
Published on 2 April 2011 by Jeremy Hudson
5.0 out of 5 stars Unbeatable
I find Waking The Dead one of the best series I have ever watched. It's got the lot and, for me, is unbeatable. Read more
Published on 9 Sep 2010 by V Major
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Series!
I love Waking the Dead and this series has not disappointed. There is something very appealing about Trevor Eve...
Published on 7 Aug 2010 by Ms. J. L. Poole
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