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The autopsy is carried out on the body of Thabo Bester, and it quickly becomes apparent that it's not his body. CCTV footage would later show him fleeing the prison. Dr. Nandipha is photographed in public with Bester.

There's something a little off about this documentary, and I can't quite put my finger on it yet. The story is an interesting one, and there are some powerful interviews; perhaps it's the way it's been assembled or what they're trying to get us to think.

On the one hand, they're telling us that Dr. Nandipha was coerced into a relationship with Bester; on the other hand, they're telling us that she was a super intelligent, bright woman who must have helped in his elaborate escape.

We're left in no two minds as to the type of guy that Thabo is; that message tells us everything we need to know: he's an absolute monster.

It's watchable.

5/10.

The remarkable story of Thabo Bester, the self-confessed Facebook rapist, who was imprisoned for rape and murder. Bester had surprisingly become involved with the renowned Dr. Nandipha. The news breaks that Bester had died in prison.

The story is a fascinating one, but the way it is told here, quite frankly, is a mess. Grab yourself a strong coffee and turn your phone off because you'll need to concentrate.

It takes some time before we get to the big reveal, the shocking detail of what actually happened; however, they needed a cliffhanger, so fair enough, I guess, but the back-and-forth storytelling is almost hard to keep up with.

The highlight has to be the firsthand interviews with the journalists, potential victims, and, more incredibly, Thabo himself and his mum.

There's more than enough to keep you watching, but such a shocking story should have been told in a more cohesive, less sensational manner.

6/10.

Blanche is annoyed that someone from the IRS is about to audit her; Rose is upset that someone at work doesn't like her; Dorothy is distressed that a school friend has died, reminding her of dreams and ambitions unfulfilled.

Another wonderfully funny episode, this one features some great scenes and terrific one-liners. Blanche's trip down memory lane was one of the best moments, as was the moment when we meet poor Roger.

I love the idea of Dorothy being a stand-up comic; she is on fine form here, and her looks of pure disdain are hilarious. Bea Arthur had such a presence; she was brilliant.

I've never understood people like Rose, those who are desperate for others to like them-it would be such hard work.

8/10.