Finally saw this!


I'm a humungous fan of MSW. Seriously, I weigh like a million pounds. Just kidding. But this is my favorite show ever. It's like an old friend, and I'll forgive it the world if I need to to suspend my disbelief.

I'd seen Celtic Riddle, but other than that I hadn't seen any of the TV movies. I was feening them, like an addict. I looked everywhere, couldn't find them. Finally, Hallmark aired the three movies this weekend!

I'm over the moon.

Really, if this were part of the regular series I'd be saying this was my favorite episode block ever. We have Jessica at a writer's conference, people calling her on all her investigating and the publicity it's brought her books, questioning her motives. It's beautiful. While it still hovers just below painting a picture of a complex character it gives us a lot to like.

And the story is basic MSW. In fact, altogether I'd say this is back to basics. Great plot, more than just cardboard cutouts for characters, and a sleek production. While there wasn't a high body count, the main murder was bloody (considering it's MSW we're talking about.) Also, ASTDF features some of the best acting in supporting roles MSW had seen in a long time (after the late 90s cringe-inducing performances from young "up and comers.") And, this might be Angela's finest portrayal of Jessica Fletcher yet. Maybe because she's aged, but she seems more vulnerable than ever before (save Thursday's Child).

I only wish somehow Seth could've been involved, as with all the movies we don't even get a single mention of Cabot Cove (IIRC).

If you haven't seen it, and you're a fan, make every effort to do so. You won't be disappointed.

Angela, I love you. Jessica, I can't wait till they remake you and your world for a new audience -- which I'm sure they will.

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Holy crap, do I ever agree with you! For a minute there I almost thought I'd stumbled across am old post of mine!

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