The Gentle Touch
The Gentle Touch is a British police drama television series made by London Weekend Television for ITV which ran from 1980-1984. Commencing transmission on 11 April 1980, the series is notable for being the first British series to feature a female police detective as its leading character, ahead of the similarly themed BBC series Juliet Bravo by four months.
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Plot Summary
Detective Sarah Jenkins is a dedicated police officer in a small town, but her life is shattered when her husband is murdered. Driven by grief and a thirst for justice, she goes undercover to infiltrate the criminal underworld responsible for his death. As she delves deeper, she finds herself facing moral compromises and the blurring lines between right and wrong in her pursuit of vengeance.
Critical Reception
The Gentle Touch was a made-for-television movie that received mixed to positive reviews, primarily for its acting performances and its exploration of a woman's strength in the face of tragedy. While some critics found the plot predictable, others praised its emotional depth and Jaclyn Smith's portrayal of a grieving detective seeking retribution.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for Jaclyn Smith's compelling performance as a determined detective.
- Seen as a solid, albeit somewhat conventional, crime drama.
- Some critics noted its effective portrayal of a woman's resilience and quest for justice.
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Fun Fact
This movie was a vehicle for Jaclyn Smith to showcase her dramatic acting range beyond her popular role as Kelly Garrett in the TV series 'Charlie's Angels'.
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