Barnaby and Jones are called to investigate a series of murders involving a pair of feuding families.Barnaby and Jones are called to investigate a series of murders involving a pair of feuding families.Barnaby and Jones are called to investigate a series of murders involving a pair of feuding families.
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- TriviaFirst appearance of WPC Gail Stephens, played by Kirsty Dillon.
- GoofsWhen Barnaby enters the helicopter, and the doors have been closed, there is a crystal clear reflection in the glass of the cameraman filming.
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DS Ben Jones: I don't go there for three years, then twice in one week. I might get fond of the place. Apply for a transfer.
DCI Tom Barnaby: Oh, don't say that, Jones. Got enough on me plate without losing you.
DS Ben Jones: That could almost have been a compliment.
DCI Tom Barnaby: Almost.
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Helicopter Cop
I enjoyed this episode because it was easy to follow, without numerous murders and endless characters /suspects. Glad to report there is no gross incest or sibling sex. The setting was new and interesting (Wales). It was fun to see our man Barnaby in a helicopter. I enjoyed the addition of a sharp young computer-savvy constable, PC Gail Stephens (she will show up in additional episodes).
I mark this episode down somewhat because the two coppers screwed up stupidly and dangerously at the end, with no censure, formal or off-the-books. Instead, Barnaby gave them a thumbs up and shouted "Good job!" Moreover, at that scene, Sergeant Jones acted out of character, being typically portrayed as a clever and conscientious chap. This type of plot contrivance annoys me, sacrificing characterization for plot steerage.
I also found it hard to credit the motivation for murder. I felt the script writer could have done a better job with that.
I mark this episode down somewhat because the two coppers screwed up stupidly and dangerously at the end, with no censure, formal or off-the-books. Instead, Barnaby gave them a thumbs up and shouted "Good job!" Moreover, at that scene, Sergeant Jones acted out of character, being typically portrayed as a clever and conscientious chap. This type of plot contrivance annoys me, sacrificing characterization for plot steerage.
I also found it hard to credit the motivation for murder. I felt the script writer could have done a better job with that.
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- skipperkd
- Apr 19, 2017
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- Beddgelert, Gwynedd, Wales, UK(Midsomer Ramblers set off to walk up Mount Snowdon)
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