The Last Post
The Last Post

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The Last Post

2017
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

Drama series set in the mid-sixties, in which a unit of Royal Military Police officers and their families deal with the challenges of politics, love and war in British-controlled Aden.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Peter MoffatGenres: Drama, Period Drama

Plot Summary

Set in 1965 Aden, during the final days of British rule, 'The Last Post' chronicles the lives of officers and their wives stationed at a British military base. The series explores their personal dramas, romantic entanglements, and the underlying tensions of a society on the brink of change. It delves into themes of duty, desire, and the complex relationships forged under intense pressure.

Critical Reception

The series received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its period detail, performances, and exploration of the domestic lives of military families. However, some found the pacing slow and the storylines occasionally melodramatic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong period atmosphere and visual design.

  • Performances, particularly from the lead actors, were frequently highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some critics felt the narrative lacked a compelling hook and suffered from uneven pacing.

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Fun Fact

The series was filmed on location in South Africa, doubling for the desert landscape of Aden in the 1960s.

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