"The Madame Blanc Mysteries" Episode #2.5 (TV Episode 2023) Poster

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Episode 2.5
Prismark1029 January 2023
Warning: Spoilers
David (Les Dennis) is an antique dealer from Manchester who has just married George (David Ames.)

David had just broken up with his ex Alan after 10 years. David has had a whirlwind romance with the much younger George. David admits to punching above his weight.

They go to visit Jean in Sainte Victoire for their honeymoon.

However a pack of vintage tarot cards given to David indicates that the couple might be cursed.

A mirror nearly fell on David in his house. In Sainte Victoire, David and George are confronted by a knife wielding attacker.

Then there is a strange figure who seems to be following them about.

At least the episode does not open with a dead body. Of course the character of Alan would be involved somehow but it would be too easy for him to be a baddie.

The 'punching up' line was an important clue. Although how George thought he could get away with his run of bad luck with his lovers is open to question.
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5/10
Love / Hate this episode - feels a bit like Jonathan Creek!
SunnyDaise28 January 2023
This episode messes with me! Don't watch it to calm down - it's far more action-packed than usual! Whilst there are some original twists, I solved the culprit ridiculously early! It was fun to see Les Dennis again, so soon after his Death In Paradise guest slot - two very different characters - however the straight / gay balance was completely disproportionate, nowhere like the 1 in 50 / 2.5% of reality. 40% of people have a disability, yet this is rarely covered on TV ... time to get diversity in the media more realistic.

The Madame Blanc Mysteries are a curious combination of several shows, but definitely has its own distinctive feel overall.
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