The Dead Room

Of all the television listings for Christmas 2018, this was the standout, ahead of Dr Who, Click and Collect, ABC Murders etc, but the realisation was in truth a little underwhelming. I will give huge credit to Simon Callow for his acting, Aubrey was a very interesting character, reminded me of his Charles Dickens from Doctor Who. The story was a little underwhelming, a little small, what could have been a spooky, eerie tale, and echo of the past, was actually a slightly plodding, dialogue heavy drama. The fabulous talents of Susan Penhaligon were totally wasted, she could have been anyone. The ending didn't really work, it felt a little too telegraphed.