Sherlock Holmes - Jeremy Brett - Nuttin' for Christmas - Hippos for Christmas

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[mairdie]

My main objection is that Rathbone was black and white. SO much enjoying the new color versions.

[Joe 6-pack]

Holmes is a tough role to play. Arthur Conan Doyle originally wrote the character as a near flawless creature of pure rationale and a total force for good against evil. Over time he wanted to expand his literary horizons, but had difficulty getting away from the Holmes serials as they paid his bills, so he tried introducing flaws and foibles hoping to make Holmes a darker, less likeable persona in hopes the popularity would fade and he could move on to other projects. His plan was not that successful as people embraced the scandalous elements of Holmes.

That being the case, when an actor studies and assumes the role, they have to determine which "Holmes" they are going to try to be. Brett pulled it off as well as anybody, but it did push him to the edge.

[LongWayHome]

I don’t think I can name one story. I like almost all of them for different reasons. If I had to pick a favorite I would go with these 2: A Scandal in Bohemia. The Red-Headed League.

[mairdie]

And of the video versions - Brett’s A Red-Headed League and Cumberbatch’s Scandal. If you’re not at work, try:

http://www.iment.com/maida/tv/hw/video/Sherlock-Holmes-Shes-Always-a-Woman-to-Me-Billy-Joel.htm

Irene Adler is gloriously beautiful. Far prettier than the Downey Adler.

[LongWayHome]

Thanks. I’ll look. Amazing how Holmes has endured throughout the years with so many different interpretations. TV shows, movies, books, and plays.

[floralamiss]

That, Brett did. He suffered greatly, but gave so much. We just watched ‘The Blue Carbuncle’, and it was the first showing for Rick. I think now, he will want to see them all. This series is a gift that keeps on giving. Thank you, and Merry Christmas, my friend!