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Summary: Mystery and romance
Review: Inspector Albert Tyburn, lately of Scotland Yard, arrives in Kenya under mysterious circumstances. He is a man out for justice and truth, not to soothe the egos of the upper crust who just happen to figure into the cases he must solve. He's a rough and tumble kind of guy who doesn't pay much attention to the status quo or racial and social hierarchy. This causes lots of friction with his superior, an arrogant man who is intensely prejudice and structured. The majestic scenery, time period (1930's Colonial), and a beautiful love interest for Tyburn all add to the romantic ambience of this great series. The mysteries are pretty good, too! For anyone who loves "Out of Africa" or mysteries set in exotic places, this is for you. I loved every minute of it and watch it over and over. I can't wait to go to Africa on the train with Tyburn each and every time.
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Summary: Not boring
Review: It's so nice to find a main star who's not afraid to speak his mind and make sure the victims of a crime get justice. The side characters are great, nobody is a stereotype. Although it helps the viewer to have an open mind - especially when one of the few honest hotel patrons is a bisexual who happens to get involved for a short time in each episode. But then, he is the "norm" of the English aristocracy who are of the "abnorm" - with only our main supporting cast as the moral and ethical barometer in a country where the natives are considered beneath the visitors.
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Summary: The best of the season on Mystery!
Review: Murder in Kenya's Happy Valley during the early 1930s. Protagonist Superintendent Albert Tybern is banished to the colony from Scotland Yard after he refused to drop a case against child murderer who was also a prominent member of London society. In Nairobi, he rubs all the spoiled and decadent snobs the wrong way and continues to buck authority in pursuit of the truth. Star Trevor Eve has a sexy twinkle in his eye...
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Summary: Africa lovers tune this in...
Review: My only regret about this film is that it is a film and not a DVD because I'm going to wear it out. From the opening shot in the afternoon sun along the famous railroad the British built across Kenya to the closing sunset, this film (three reels)is fabulous. The photography is stunning--out of Aftica. The characters are brilliant, from Albert Tyburn (Trevor Eve) to Ronald Burkitt (Michael Byrne) to Emma Fitzgerald (Susannah Harker). You will love them, or love to hate them, but you will never forget any of them. There are many old favorite actors and new young actors previously seen in many BBC productions. Tyburn has "disgraced" himself as a police officer in London by taking the life of a pediphile killer who was above the law because of diplomatic immunity. He is sent to Kenya in lieu of prison, where he becomes the Kenyan version of the Canadian Mountie. The time is that idyllic space between wars when Kenya was a British colony filled with ne'er-do-wells and other Eurotrash, plus a few good people who have no other home having been raised there or exiled like Tyburn. Tyburn solves a number of crimes, some of them horrendous, and finally asks Ms. Fitzgerald to dance. This is a love story too. Ms. Fitzgerald's character is loosely based on the avatrix Beryl Markham who flew "West With the Night" and became the first person to cross the Atlantic from Europe to North America--a much greater feat than that of Lindbergh as she flew against the jet stream.
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Summary: A superlative series
Review: Reminiscent of "White Mischief," this marvelous series combines an exotic local, complex characters and intricate, twisty plot lines. Its been a long time since I've been so engrossed in a mystery series not based on existing novels. I hope these three films are the first of many. Highly recommended for any mystery fan.
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Summary: OVERALL SCORE: (A+)
Review: Seductive, sensual, powerful, vivid, colorful, wicked, and wonderful! Best period (1930's) mystery that I have ever seen, by far!
A great mystery series, but as good as the plot is it's the wonderfully rich and vibrant characters that make this story as great as it is. Superintendent Tyburn (Trevor Eve), is a wonderful hero who has depth, likeability, sensibility, and charm. Emma Fitzgerald (Susannah Harker) is a dynamic and spirited, a great heroine. Max van der Vuurst (Joss Ackland), is delightfully wicked, a real twisted freak, outstanding played!
OVERALL SCORE: (A+)
PLOT: (A+), CHARATERS: (A+), DIALOGUE: (B), SETTING: (B+), ACTION/COMBAT: (B-), ANTAGONISTS: (A+), ROMANCE: (A-), SEX: (Adult Themes and Content [rape/ incest]), AGE LEVEL: (R)
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Summary: Sensationally entertaining - should have 10 stars!
Review: Set in 1930's colonial Kenya, "Heat" is a great series of mysteries with super suprise endings. The location, sets, costumes and dialogue are wonderful, really believable. Special kudos to Trevor Eve, Susannah Harker, Michael Byrne, Julian Rhind-Tutt, Freddie Annobil-Dodoo and David Horvitch. And, thank you very much Mr. Russell and Mr. Prager for your exceptional scripts. Tyburn (Eve), the Scotland Yard detective with a past, as the head of the new criminal investigation unit and Fitzgerald (Harker) as a serenely-calm-in-the-face-of-danger bush pilot are a couple made in mystery heaven. Their principles and morals are in sharp contrast to those of the affluent and decadent Happy Valley expatriates of depression-era Nairobi. Harker's quiet reserve as Fitzgerald plays well off Eve's volatile moody Tyburn who's seen more of the brutal side of life than he'd like. These well drawn characters deal with murder, arson, drugs, kidnaping and more with great humor and style. "This is intelligent entertainment, full of wit, danger and heroism". I relished every episode and look forward to the continuation of this series. Bring back everyone of the "regular" cast - we want more!
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Summary: Sensationally entertaining - should have 10 stars!
Review: Set in 1930's colonial Kenya, "Heat" is a great series of mysteries with super suprise endings. The location, sets, costumes and dialogue are wonderful, really believable. Special kudos to Trevor Eve, Susannah Harker, Michael Byrne, Julian Rhind-Tutt, Freddie Annobil-Dodoo and David Horvitch. And, thank you very much Mr. Russell and Mr. Prager for your exceptional scripts. Tyburn (Eve), the Scotland Yard detective with a past, as the head of the new criminal investigation unit and Fitzgerald (Harker) as a serenely-calm-in-the-face-of-danger bush pilot are a couple made in mystery heaven. Their principles and morals are in sharp contrast to those of the affluent and decadent Happy Valley expatriates of depression-era Nairobi. Harker's quiet reserve as Fitzgerald plays well off Eve's volatile moody Tyburn who's seen more of the brutal side of life than he'd like. These well drawn characters deal with murder, arson, drugs, kidnaping and more with great humor and style. "This is intelligent entertainment, full of wit, danger and heroism". I relished every episode and look forward to the continuation of this series. Bring back everyone of the "regular" cast - we want more!
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Summary: Heat of the Sun is Brilliant
Review: This is certainly the very best of Mystery, and I have watched them all. The series was brilliantly acted and filmed. Trevor Eve (who is devastatingly handome) plays a character of honor, humor, and commitment - and he actually loves a woman - how refreshing! The actors, the characters, the writing, the scenery, the mysteries were all first rate. Let's have more - much more - of Heat of the Sun.
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Summary: GREATGREATGREATWRITEMORE!!!
Review: This was one of the best MYSTERY's I've ever seen (Miss Marple shows nonwithstanding)!!! It had everything I like in shows. Well written, great acting! I love the setting, I love the chactures, I love the action, I love the plot, I love the romance, I'm over-obsessed..... Think they'll make more? If all us fans beg real hard?
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