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I love the idea and tone of the reboot. There are quite complex undertones and themes right across the board, with libertine lifestyles and how far free will should be exercised in two conflicting co existing societies. However. It is let down in my opinion by the performances of Harvey and Sabrina. Their dynamic is constantly flat, and individually they are not the greatest either. In addition, the second series wrapped up in a flawed set of dry set pieces which felt rushed and lacked any more of the serious undertones the first series and early second series showed. After the first series I could not wait for the second. Now I've lost interest. There are many better programs out there with investing in, BUT still probably worth watching for some excellent performances from the secondary characters... Especially the other three Spelllmans. 5/10 for me means it's not bad. Worth watching, with some stand out moments /performances.

Within this film, there is a restaurant scene, which in my opinion is without doubt one of the funniest scenes of cinema. I have never before laughed out loud so much at a seventy/eighty second stretch of film. Although this one scene steals the film for me every time I watch it, the entire film is filled with gags that really appeal. I have to confess that the plot is entirely clichéd and pointless, but I find that it is a spiritual successor to the black, white and golden age of comedy epitomised by Laurel and Hardy et al. in terms of the facial comedy especially, with James Caan and Hugh Grant excelling in their close up work. If you are looking at this review as an indicator of whether you should watch this film or not, I urge you to ignore the measly mark of 5.7 and take a punt on it. It obviously doesn't appeal to everyone, but if it does appeal to you, you will absolutely love it.....