David did him DIRTY in *THE CROOKED MAN * (1984) first time watching | SHERLOCK

[@williamcurry4868]

The acting was great here, to see such a swell relationship with Holmes and Watson there, with that little smile from Holmes, just selling it so wonderfully.

[@HannibalFan52]

I'm always delighted when you do another Sherlock Holmes story. Norman Jones (the older Henry Wood) had a wide career in television, appearing in an episode of 'The Saint' (Roger Moore version), 'The Avengers' (spy series starring Patrick Macnee), and three stories on 'Doctor Who'. He had a distinctive voice that is not easily mistaken for anyone else. Sadly, he is no longer with us.

[@chrisjackson5210]

Another fun Norman Jones role is in Vincent Price's 'The Abominable Dr. Phibes' (1971) as a police sergeant, another role where he brings a lot of quality without being centre stage. His constant side-eyed looks of amused incredulity at the series of outrageously elaborate murders in that film are a joy to behold. I also think there was an excellent bit of casting in The Crooked Man of the older and younger 'David', they really do look believable as the same person thirty years apart. One of the most downbeat, tragic episodes though - there aren't really any winners, just a sense of wasted lives.

[@MsAppassionata]

@@chrisjackson5210 Well, there is also the possibility that Henry could have gotten together with Nancy at some point down the line. That would have represented a happy ending.

[@PrimeCircuit]

This is one of those stories that could have appeared completely melodramatic on screen if done wrong. Thankfully the actors are absolute gold. Also, funny to see young "Aunt Petunia" in this.

[@karlmortoniv2951]

She’s had an extraordinary career, and I’ve heard she’s a powerhouse on stage. I first noticed her in “Mountains of the Moon” with Patrick Bergin and Iain Glenn, a movie that seems to have vanished down the memory hole, which is a damn’ shame.

[@PrimeCircuit]

@@karlmortoniv2951 She's a wonderful actress. I wish I could have seen her in more but they don't tend to show the good stuff anymore at least not where I am at. So I am always delighted to spot her and a couple of other British actors somewhere.

[@martinpakes5436]

​@PrimeCircuit She's also phenomenal in the 1996 adaptation of Jane Austen's "Persuasion" as Mrs Croft.

[@suebob16]

I'm looking forward to The Speckled Band, one of my favorite episodes. Please show the last scene as the credits roll as it shows a different view of how Holmes spots the murderer entering the room.

[@karlmortoniv2951]

Norman Jones usually makes an impression in everything in which he appears. He's rather good in a "Doctor Who" episode from the mid-70s called "The Masque of Mandragora" as well. Speaking of great actors, did anyone else spot Mrs. Dursley? 🙂

[@zvimur]

Fiona Shaw. Now in Andor. Not sure if we'll see her again in it.

[@tarmaque]

Hi Mia! Thank you for this one. I recently rewatched it so it was easy to follow along. Jeremy Brett had only just begun to perfect his physical performance of Holmes in these early episodes, but it's already genius.

[@LadyAneh]

So happy to see another Holmes reaction! 😃 This series is my go-to comfort watch for stressful times, lol. Glad that you’re enjoying them as well! The next two episodes (The Speckled Band and The Blue Carbuncle are a couple of the best in the entire series!)

[@alienlv426ify]

The Blue Carbuncle is a gem.

[@DanielOrme]

Your observation of Jeremy Brett's way of emphasizing certain words in unexpected but compelling ways reminded me of another master British actor: Alan Rickman. Alfred Shaughnessy, who wrote this episode, was better known as the chief writer on "Upstairs, Downstairs." He was also the father of actor Charles Shaughnessy (Days of our Lives, The Nanny, Mad Men).

[@RetroClassic66]

Another excellent video reaction! I love the new Holmesian backdrop you used in this! Looks terrific, just like your own study! Also love some of the graphics like the smaller circle for your reaction, up in the corner. It really lets the story take center stage, so to speak. Also never get rid of your blooper reel at the end!

[@MoviesWithMia]

Thank you! It’s the same backdrop that I have been using since the start of the series 😂 maybe it looks different in this one for some reason!!

[@annickroussemrou1064]

isn't the friend the same and only aunt Petunia from harry potter? she is the new keanu reeves, never aging.

[@geoffmason7215]

Enjoying this series SO much the Genious in front of and behind the camera combine to portray an unforgettable episode each time

[@kschneyer]

I love your enthusiasm. And your ability to forecast plot points is nothing short of uncanny!

[@nooctip]

Though not very Holmsian. I can spot a broken heart? We have a Ms. Marple in our midst.

[@kschneyer]

@@nooctip Oh, I dunno, Holmes was able to spot emotional turmoil when he needed to.

[@cliffordwaterton3543]

I TOLD YOU! love how you get so involved😊

[@MoviesWithMia]

Haha! This was definitely a good one!!

[@markandresen1]

My God! I forgot a young Fiona Shaw was in this.

[@katetoldness4220]

This one breaks my heart. I couldn't stand the idea that the man I love would hide himself and suffer alone because he thought his injuries and/or illness would kill my affections. If I were Nancy, I would have tracked my old suitor down and brought him back to live with me, to love and care for him for as long as he had left of his life, quelling any fears that his crippled state had any effect on my feelings for him.

[@karlmortoniv2951]

I like to think that’s what happened after Holmes and Watson go home.

[@MsAppassionata]

She believed he had died. I think that’s why she didn’t go looking for him.

[@stratiogesdux]

My general impression of women is that most women would do as you would. Men are muscle. Women are love.

[@dennismason3740]

The costuming in this episode is extraordinary. And yes, Brits have a long history of excellent storytelling. My theory is that the rather repressed upper-class aspects of the English is liberated in theatrics and storytelling. That Arthur's storytelling reflects all aspects of British society and is represented beautifully is a modern miracle. I am materially "poor" for 7 decades and in Hollywood I am often judged for my differences (missing body parts, funky style) allows me to identify with the Crooked Man. Thank you for your interest in Sherlock and Friends.

[@Not-Impressed..1821]

I was waiting for that. Keep going. It gets more interesting. It gets better.

[@carlanderson7618]

Thank you for this.. It is one of my favorites of the Jeremy Brett Holmes. Intrigue, Betrayal and revenge

[@thewiseoldherper7047]

Blimey! You’re in Sherlock’s study! 🕵🏽

[@gilbertdaroy6080]

I love your passion and enthusiasm.

[@jackasswhiskyandpintobeans9344]

11:14 Very sad. The ultimate sin for a soldier is to leave a fellow soldier behind.

[@kirillsarioglo7822]

It can be noticed that the woman, who was the friend of Nancy Barkley was played by an actress, who played Petunia in Harry Potter.

[@kriitikko]

It's a joy to watch you react to these episodes. Plenty of Sherlock Holmes adaptations have been made but very few reach the level of this series. Since you watch classic movies may I recommend the 1939 version of The Hound of the Baskervilles, starring Basil Rathbone as Sherlock Holmes. Brett might be the ultimate Sherlock but that film adaptation is imo better than the one Granada made. Looking forward to see you continue this series. If I remember the order of episodes correctly next one should be one of my favorite Holmes stories and episodes in this series.

[@BongEyedBastard]

Rathbone and Brett, no others are worthy.

[@MsAppassionata]

I agree with you about the Basil version of THOTB. It was the best version ever imo.

[@davidclarke7122]

As a comparison, can I suggest when you get to Hound of the Baskerville's you could try two other versions also. The Basil Rathbone version and also the Peter Cushing (Hammer Horror) version

[@MsAppassionata]

The Rathbone version was the best ever imo.

[@jackasswhiskyandpintobeans9344]

You are a good person. Thanks for reviewing the eclectic.

[@MoviesWithMia]

I appreciate that! thanks for watching 😁

[@ink-cow]

"The British can act". Shakespeare genes. 😄 Did you ever see I, Claudius? Great acting, including young Patrick Stewart (with hair!)

[@karlmortoniv2951]

Yeah, someone should react to “I, Claudius.” EVERYBODY is in that - Patrick Stewart isn’t even a main character. Maybe it loses some momentum once certain key characters drop off the twig but Derek’s extraordinarily watchable. So many great performers in it.

[@suebob16]

@@karlmortoniv2951 A lesser known Derek Jacobi performance is in Affairs Of The Heart, an anthology series from the 70's. In a light-hearted episode, "Elizabeth", Jacobi costars with Edward Hardwicke (future Dr. Watson) and Diane Cilento as a wealthy man competing with Hardwicke to court an American widow. The widow, Elizabeth, offers little about her background. Jacobi is fun to watch as this lack of information begins to really bother him.

[@richelliott9320]

Oh yes that would be so great . I saw it in 1977 when I was a teen and a couple times since. I even read the book

[@richelliott9320]

@@karlmortoniv2951 I hated Patrick Stewart’s character more than any other because of what happens to his daughter

[@MsAppassionata]

My favorite tv series EVER!!! What a masterpiece! And the acting was uniformly excellent.

[@cj1289]

I enjoy your enthusiasm for this series. Cudos for excellent content!

[@GairBear49]

I have all of Jeremy Brett's Holmes on DVD and I never get tired of watching them. The next story was one of Doyle's favorite. I think he wrote a theatrical version. You have just started with this series, so if you think The Crooked Man was very good, which it is, M' Dear You've Seen Nothing Yet !

[@artbagley1406]

Is the concerned lady, Miss Morrison, Harry Potter's Aunt Petunia, actress Fiona Shaw?!

[@constancec192]

ohhhhhhhhhhh! I love this ♥

[@MoviesWithMia]

Yay!!!

[@VerneditheSnail]

What I don't like about this story, episode, and short story, is that we never get a proper epilogue showing what became of the Crooked Man after the truth was found out. I wanted to see if his old relationship with Nancy could be salvaged or rekindled. If Nancy could look past his deformed appearance and ignore societal pressures! That alone would have been an exciting drama piece!

[@karlmortoniv2951]

She probably could, but he might not have been able to. Poor man was seriously messed up by everything that happened to him. Norman Jones layers all of that in his performance.

[@MsAppassionata]

I’d like to think that they did eventually get together

[@mariocisneros911]

How ? They are repeating the exact story as written 130 years ago . Plus an extra note , this is sort of a repeat on a 3 way love affair from "The Count of Monte Cristo" 1844 . A lost romance by deceit and vengeance by another man . In the book the lovers reunite for a brief period but she has a son from the scoundrel and the hero has to fight the husband and kill him or sent him to jail . I forgot. They go their own ways. It was remade into movies many times , once into a happy ending reuniting

[@MsAppassionata]

@@mariocisneros911 The last one being with Robert Donat (one of my favorite actors of all time) and Elissa Landi. ☺️

[@danhurl1349]

So I looked him up and it turns out the actor for the crooked man wrote the screenplay for Upstairs Downstairs. Who knew?

[@MoviesWithMia]

No way!?! That is wild! Yeah he was SOO GOOD in this one, I’m not surprised that his talent goes beyond acting!

[@ArthurConanDoyleEncyclopedia]

Nice series of videos.

[@MoviesWithMia]

Thank you, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle 😊 it is truly a pleasure!

[@dearally4787]

Great review! Just listened to the David Burke interview done by “Jeremy Brett Sherlock Holmes Podcast” it was amazing and I’m sure you would love it too!

[@dennismason3740]

Your room looks familiar. What a coincidence! Thank you for Doyle data. I'm a writer and I love Arthur's storytelling, rife with 19th century references and as relevant as ever, I don't get that "old fashioned stilted storytelling" that so much 19th century employs. Sherlock is for the ages.

[@JohnAShort]

Brilliant! When's the next one?

[@stevetheduck1425]

This is also one of the stories where Sherlock chooses justice and who to protect. The Crooked Man may actually have killed the victim, but nothing would be served by locking him up / executing him, so he says: 'so the victim was dead before his head was wounded', or something to that effect. Scalp wounds bleed like crazy, so a small amount of blood as described at the scene would make that plausible, but not certain (a blow to the head can certainly kill instantly due to shock to the brain), and Holmes permitted a man who had already been punished go free. There are a few others where Holmes 'commits judicial murder', such as at the climax of The Hound of the Baskervilles, where Holme's explorations of the Grimpen Mire to discover where the hound was kept, and Holme's removal of the sticks used to mark the safe path through the mire, and the disappearance of the guilty party add up to Holme's committing murder / justice remotely.

[@aranerem5569]

How's it going Mia Tiffany?

[@vyvienn]

“A promise is a promise!” After the “Dancing Men,” this was the second time I slapped my head at this ridiculous statement. Please, if your loved one or friend is in distress or even danger, frickin’ tell or ask!

[@georgemorley1029]

And this was the calibre of national television we were once offered in Great Britain. When I look upon the schedules of network television these days, it is truly lamentable.

[@scottainge]

Hey mia when you gonna start the science fiction films series?

[@MoviesWithMia]

Next week!

[@danhurl1349]

You should react to My Favorite Wife sometime!! It's Irene Dune, Randolph Scott, and Cary Grant, directed by Garson Kanin. It's very highly rated, absolutely hilarious and inspired a famous scene from the parent trap. It also just really seems like the type of movie you'd enjoy.

[@SueProv]

I think you might find Sandy Meisner interesting. He was an acting teacher. Different branches of Stella Adler and Lee Strasberg. He's my favorite of the three.

[@MoviesWithMia]

Oh yeah! I am VERY familiar with Meisner and his technique!! He is my favorite acting coach!

[@SueProv]

@@MoviesWithMia Is there anything out there that we can find you acting in?

[@MsAppassionata]

@@MoviesWithMia Yeah! You sound like you could be good at it.

[@stevetheduck1425]

For future reactions, I recommend the 'Ghost Story at Christmas' irregular series, look up 'BBC TV adaptations of M. R. James' Ghost Stories', and look for the earliest ones, and work up to the most recent. Please. 'The Treasure of Abbot Thomas', 'A Warning to the Curious', 'The Stalls of Barchester Cathedral' and others. 'Oh, Whistle and I'll Come to You My Lad' has a version from the 1970s and one from much more recently, try to see them in chronological order. These are some of the best 'mini-movies' made in Britain, by skilled directors and cinematographers. Don't miss 'The Signal-Man' by Charles Dickens as well. If you like skilled actors talking a good story, that may be the best one of all. The idea that a ghost may be a ghost of the future has even inspired Doctor Who stories as well.

[@drewdederer8965]

This is famously considered one of the weaker who (or how) done its in the Sherlock Canon (Sherlock just finds David, he tells us the rest). So it isn't surprising the director leaned into style and got the best "crooked man" he could find. The story is much more compelling than the mystery. P.S. the crooked man being named "David" (as in the original story) is Doyle further tipping off the plot. Since King David famously sent Uriah the Hittite to his Death so that he could marry Uriah's wife Bathsheba (Solomon's Mother).

[@jameshawkins6201]

This series has my favorite Dr Watson but not my favorite Sherlock. To me he seems to over act. But this series is really good, the best of them all for a couple of reasons: 1. They are faithful to the story in the books and 2. They are faithful to the period.

[@MsAppassionata]

I disagree with you about Brett but to each their own. Who was your favorite Holmes then?

[@sodapop83]

young nancy is none other than cissy meldrum (catherine rabett) 😊

[@michaelm6948]

This is the Edwardian period not the Victorian. There was a fascination in both periods with human behavior.

[@peteg475]

It's both. The Holmes stories are set in both periods (this particular story IS Victorian - 1893)

[@Concreteowl]

Edin brah

[@dennismason3740]

Please leave the mistakes in, it's much funnier that way.

[@yankeeastronomer1927]

Holmes never said elementary in any of the Holmes stories...his hallmark phrase was "Come Watson... Games afoot"

[@dorothywillis1]

I enjoyed your reaction, but I am afraid you have the wrong idea about Victorian fiction. Like all eras, the Victorians produced a lot of sentimental trash, but the great writers dealt with "relevant" topics all the time -- and did it well! You might start by reading "David Copperfield." I say, "read," because no dramatization ever includes the sheer brutality and misery of David's early years. Here is a short passage. "‘Mr. Murdstone! Sir!’ I cried to him. ‘Don’t! Pray don’t beat me! I have tried to learn, sir, but I can’t learn while you and Miss Murdstone are by. I can’t indeed!’ ‘Can’t you, indeed, David?’ he said. ‘We’ll try that.’ He had my head as in a vice, but I twined round him somehow, and stopped him for a moment, entreating him not to beat me. It was only a moment that I stopped him, for he cut me heavily an instant afterwards, and in the same instant I caught the hand with which he held me in my mouth, between my teeth, and bit it through. It sets my teeth on edge to think of it. He beat me then, as if he would have beaten me to death." And there is more on other topics. Victorian writers didn't ignore unpleasant topics.

[@caitlin329]

Anyone who's read any Dickens would struggle to suggest that difficult topics were ignored or brushed over 😅

[@dorothywillis1]

@@caitlin329 That is why I commented. It is obvious from what Mia says at 5:58 that she, like a lot of people, has accepted the idea that people in the past were different than people are now, simpler, unaware of unpleasant things, and in fact not terribly smart. I try to correct that mistake whenever I can.

[@karlmortoniv2951]

It’s another question whether audiences at the time got off on the sordid awfulness Dickens and others portrayed or were inspired to do something about it. It’s always been that way, I think.

[@dorothywillis1]

@@karlmortoniv2951 My point is that too many people think in cliches. Victorians were very proper. Everyone in the 1920s was wild. The 1950s was a terrible time to live-- there was no freedom to be yourself. People accept those generalizations and never realize how untrue they are. Human nature never changes.

[@karlmortoniv2951]

@@dorothywillis1 I got it, I was wandering off on my own there. My only disagreement is calling it cliché. It’s more to do with most people looking at the past through nostalgia tinted spectacles, isn’t it? It becomes a problem when people in power try to enforce a regression to a mythical golden age that never actually existed. But don’t let’s go there, Mia’s channel is such a nice place. ☺️