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Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: DVD
EAN: 0054961808892
Format: Box set, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, Widescreen, NTSC
Label: Acorn Media
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Manufacturer: Acorn Media
MPN: ACRDAMP8088D
Number Of Items: 4
Publisher: Acorn Media
Region Code: 1
Release Date: July 01, 2008
Running Time: 273 minutes
Studio: Acorn Media
Theatrical Release Date: 2007
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Editorial Review:
Product Description:
Studio: Acorn Media Release Date: 07/01/2008 Run time: 273 minutes
Amazon.com:
The bitter, scowling Scottish detective John Rebus returns in four more grim and twisty mysteries, based on the hugely popular crime novels of Ian Rankin. The excellent Ken Stott again plays the surly sleuth as a bull in a china shop, who follows his gut and is rarely wrong. "Knots and Crosses" begins where most detective stories end, with the criminal on trial; when a confession proves inadmissible, Rebus finds himself under investigation as he tries to find out why a stabbing in an alley escalates into a series of killings. "The Naming of the Dead" uses the backdrop of the WTO protests in Edinburgh as Rebus falls for the sister of a government minister who may or may not have committed suicide--and for once, he may let his personal involvement get in the way of his dogged pursuit. In "The First Stone," the Scottish clergy work to keep Rebus from tearing the veil from a decades-old cover-up. And in "Resurrection Men," based on one of Rankin's most acclaimed books, Rebus is forced into a disciplinary treatment program, where a couple of corrupt cops try to lure him over to their side. This last film gives Rebus' partner, Siobhan Clarke (Claire Price, Poirot: The Hollow), the chance to spearhead an investigation and not merely follow in Rebus' wake--but of course, even when he's been taken off a case, he badgers her into seeing things his way. It must be noted that over the course of these four 70 minute TV-movies, Rebus may be becoming a lovable rogue (the sort whose gruff exterior hides a heart of gold) instead of the genuinely bilious, obsessive misanthrope that made the series so distinctive and fascinating. Nonetheless, the complex plots, vigorous performances, and crisp direction will keep you engaged. --Bret Fetzer
Average Rating: 
Rating:
- Not for every taste, but...Rebus is an aquired taste--but, then, so is great Islay single-malt.
One might remember the "original" Rebus--John Hannah, a fine actor completely over-matched by the character. But Ken Stott OWNS this guy...much the same way that Alec Guiness so completely inhabited George Smiley that John LeCaree found it impossible to write more about the intelligence don.
These shows are terrific--and keep getting better. Let us pray that more are in the works. Nothing equals UK television ... Read More
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- Only watched Knots and Crosses, hope the rest are betterLet me state first that I am a fan of Ian Rankin and have read almost all of the Rebus novels. I tried watching Knots and Crosses this weekend. It is LOOSELY based on the first novel, but completely omits the past of Rebus. I dont think 67 minutes is enough time to properly portray the novel. Furthermore, while the acting is excellent, I just cant see Ken Stott as Rebus. If you've read the novels, I think you will be disappointed also. If you havent read them, give them a shot. As for me, I dont know if ... Read More
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- Keeps getting betterI am a fanatic for the British style police and mystery shows.
The Rebus series is down to earth, gritty and the main character often seems like the victim rather than the hero so he does not end up with smiles on his face and handshakes all aroung. He does solve the case(s) though and has a heart for the downtrodden, something lacking in most others. In other words, the series has gotten a little better each time out and I hope it does not end. On top of that, I have spent time in Scotland but ... Read More
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- "A Wee Dram" Will Do You"Rebus Set 3," as seen on BBC America, is newly-released. It was made by Britain's Independent Television (ITV), although it's being seen on the BBC channel on these shores. Like the others in this superb series, it's a police procedural excellently filmed in Edinburgh, though not the bits of it with which tourists are familiar. Furthermore, scenes, whether on the streets or in the police station, are crowded with people and cars, of correct-looking vintage, rushing around. The people have also apparently ... Read More
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