
Lazarus and Dingwall
Lazarus and Dingwall is a British sitcom starring Stephen Frost and Mark Dingwall as two inept detectives in a pastiche of police dramas. The programme ran for six episodes on BBC Two from 1 February 1 to 8 March 1991. Steve Lazarus and Mark Dingwall are a somewhat unconventional duo in the more than slightly unconventional sector of Really Serious Crimes. Their chief is both eccentric and incompetent, and everyone else is equally oddball, from desk worker and the object of Dingwall's affections, Beverly Armitage, to the plainclothes duo. However, despite their somewhat unique approach, what the department seems to come up trumps more often than not.
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Plot Summary
A quirky comedy following the misadventures of two unlikely detectives, the meticulous Lazarus and the impulsive Dingwall, as they bumble their way through a series of bizarre cases. Their methods are unorthodox, their deductions often accidental, but somehow they manage to stumble upon the truth, much to the exasperation of their superiors. The film blends slapstick humor with a lighthearted approach to crime-solving.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed reception upon its release. Critics were divided on its comedic style, with some finding its eccentric humor refreshing and others deeming it too silly. Audiences generally enjoyed the lighthearted premise and the chemistry between the lead actors, though it did not achieve widespread critical acclaim.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its offbeat humor and charming lead performances.
- Criticized for a convoluted plot that sometimes overshadowed the comedy.
- Seen as a light and entertaining, if somewhat forgettable, comedy.
Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Lazarus and Dingwall' to be a fun and amusing film, appreciating its unique comedic tone and the dynamic between the two protagonists. Some viewers felt the plot could have been tighter, but most enjoyed the escapist nature of the movie.
Fun Fact
The film was notably one of Barnaby Thompson's early directorial efforts before he went on to direct more mainstream British comedies.
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