Some past memories and feelings are stirred up when Detective Superintendent Sandra Pullman is reunited with an old flame, DCI James Larson.Some past memories and feelings are stirred up when Detective Superintendent Sandra Pullman is reunited with an old flame, DCI James Larson.Some past memories and feelings are stirred up when Detective Superintendent Sandra Pullman is reunited with an old flame, DCI James Larson.
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- Wally Brooks
- (as Col Farrell)
- CID Officer
- (as Christopher Rowe)
- Motorist Heckling Brian
- (uncredited)
Storyline
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- TriviaMarket overt did indeed exist but was rescinded by the sale of goods act 1994 .
- Quotes
[last lines]
Jack Halford: This seat taken?
Det.Supt.Sandra Pullman: 'Tis now.
Jack Halford: What you drinking?
Det.Supt.Sandra Pullman: A lot.
Jack Halford: I know how you feel. White wine and large scotch, please.
[long pause]
Jack Halford: Gerry thought you'd lost it. *You'd* lost it.
Det.Supt.Sandra Pullman: As if.
Jack Halford: I tod him: "Sandra's no fool. She knows how far to go."
Det.Supt.Sandra Pullman: Thank you.
Jack Halford: Always said you'd go far.
'Inspector Morse', 'A Touch of Frost', 'Midsomer Murders' (in its prime), 'Law and Order', 'Inspector George Gently', 'Criminal Minds', 'Murder She Wrote', you name them to name a few. 'New Tricks' has also been a favourite from the start (despite not being the same without the original cast in recent years). Although it can be corny at times (in an endearing sort of way) it has always been perfect for helping me relax in the evenings. Something that was needed during all the hard times endured in school.
"Object of Desire" is a particularly wonderful episode of the eighth season, which continues 'New Tricks' generally very high standard. The story is continually gripping and the intrigue and twists prevent it from being predictable, although like with Season 8 in general there are familiar elements.
Visually, "Object of Desire" is slick and stylish as ever. The music is a good fit and the theme song (sung with gusto by none other by Dennis Waterman himself) is one of the catchiest for any detective/mystery show and of any show in the past fifteen years or so.
Writing is intelligent, thought-provoking and classy, while also being very funny and high up in the entertainment value. This is all mixed adeptly with a seriousness without being overly so that it doesn't feel like 'New Tricks'. The Brian and Esther subplot is very deeply felt.
A huge part of 'New Tricks' appeal is the chemistry between the four leads and their performances. The chemistry is so easy going and charming with a little tension.
One of the show's biggest delights is Alun Armstrong, achieves a perfect balance of funny comic timing and touching pathos which was maintained all the way up to his final episode. It is also lovely here to see his role in the team and skills appreciated more all the time. James Bolam's Jack is the quietest, most sensible (mostly) and most composed of the team, with a tragic personal life that Bolam portrays very touchingly without any overwrought-ness.
The only woman on the team, Amanda Redman more than holds her own in what is essentially the boss role of the four. Dennis Waterman brings some nice levity without unbalancing things.
Supporting cast are all strong.
In summation, wonderful. 10/10 Bethany Cox
- TheLittleSongbird
- Feb 16, 2018