Ozgal

I'm thoroughly confused by the negative reviews this film is getting, particularly from schooled critics. Each to his own, without saying, but the audience at the packed screening I attended appeared to uniformly lap up this terrific thriller. Such a marvelous conceit for a story, and surprisingly well executed by Howard. Are our collective attention spans really so dire that hearty discussion of ideas feels like 'excessive exposition'? There was nothing at all languid about this piece. Howard actually harnessed the visual form to make 'history come alive' as it were. Earth shattering, no. Thought provoking escapism, yes. Huzzah team and huzzah Brown!

That rare combination in today's hypermedia, short attention spanned televisual world, Bob and Rose is witty, warm, provocative and honest storytelling.

The ever-prolific Russell T. Davies has delivered a small screen delight with a touching, funny, soul-mate saga that challenges and entertains. The show is awash with superb performances, Davies, Sharp and Stevenson a standout.

I can understand the subject matter provoking strong reactions, but I think that's surely RTD's point. Let's not forget he's the genius behind Queer as Folk - a refreshingly no holds barred writer, inclined to shake things up a bit whatever he turns his hand to.

Upstanding, outstanding television!