A Cotswold Death
A Cotswold Death

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A Cotswold Death

1982
Movie
65 min
English

A village cricket match on the lawn of a great country house - a traditional setting for the perfect English murder. A natural case for the Yard's best technicolor detective, except for the victim-the 20th-century lord of the manor, Sheik Ali Ben Hassim.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: John Llewellyn MoxeyGenres: Mystery, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the seemingly idyllic setting of a Cotswold village, a local vicar is found dead under suspicious circumstances. Detective Inspector Davies is called in to investigate, navigating a web of village secrets, hidden resentments, and long-held grudges among the tight-knit community. As Davies delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that challenges the peaceful facade of the picturesque countryside.

Critical Reception

A Cotswold Death was a well-received made-for-television film, praised for its atmospheric setting and compelling mystery plot. Critics noted its effective suspense and solid performances from its lead actors, though some found the pacing to be deliberate. Audiences appreciated the classic whodunit structure set against the charming English countryside.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric Cotswold setting and traditional mystery elements.

  • Cheryl Campbell's performance as the intriguing village newcomer was a highlight.

  • The deliberate pacing and classic whodunit structure were generally well-received.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was part of the BBC's 'Gentleman Detectives' strand, which focused on character-driven mysteries with intellectual appeal.

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