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Now safely back home in Manchester, this penultimate episode of Our Girl deals with the emotional fall-out and personal repercussions for Georgie Lane (Michelle Keegan) as she settles back into life there. “I’m here to make sure that it’s Georgie the Army puts first.” This is a really strong episode which creates a lot of … >
As we move on from the tragedy in last week’s episode, Army drama makes way for unresolved emotional drama as Georgie (Michelle Keegan) is forced to deal with seeing Elvis again. “I’m bloody relieved to see you in one piece, Lane. Well done…I’m proud of you.” Kicki’s death is clearly still resonating with Georgie and … >
After last week’s introduction to the life of Lance Corporal Georgie Lane (Michelle Keegan) and her capture while on a humanitarian mission, the action kicks into high gear almost immediately. But can the episode maintain the pace? “Has anyone got eyes on Lane?” Georgie’s capture by terrorists at the end of last week’s episode throws … >
BBC One’s army drama Our Girl returned to our screens for a second season tonight. With previous lead Lacey Turner now replaced by Ordinary Lies star Michelle Keegan, can the show survive with such a distinct change? In many ways it is exactly the same show, with writer Tony Grounds’ writing reflecting the everyday lives of … >
In this final episode of the season, Steph hires out the hall at the Maythorpe so that she can host a Ladies Only exotic lingerie party. However, the event becomes a night to remember for all kinds of different reasons, to each of the girls. “Don’t waste your life with someone you don’t love. You’re … >
Dawn and Russell’s wedding provides the backdrop for all the drama of the penultimate Brief Encounters episode. Having a lot of boxes to tick as we hurtle towards next week’s finale, we get high drama, comedy and even a few tears as many of the girls face up to their issues. “She’s worth fighting for, you … >
As we are now more than halfway through this first season of ITV’s Brief Encounters, it’s natural that the drama takes centre stage and there is a lot more to sink our teeth into this week as a result. “I’ve got to go. I’ve got a factory of women wanting me to reignite their marriages.” Steph’s life … >
In the wake of Brian’s hit and run accident, the Brief Encounters ladies’ lives are artfully woven even further together, with the women facing a lot of tough choices as a result. “I offer you a place to stay and you repay me by telling everyone my business.” With Spakes Butchers having financial troubles, Pauline is … >
After last week’s solid introduction, this episode takes strong but subtle steps to fortify the relationships of the women involved, focusing on building their chemistry. As a result, we are treated to some wonderful performances. “Brian, I’ve been to a pub…and I liked it.” Penelope Wilton continues to be the best thing about Brief Encounters, … >
Developed from Jacqueline Gold’s memoir Good Vibrations: The True Story of Ann Summers, ITV’s new six-part drama focuses on the lives of four women who are brought together by the selling of Summers infamous ‘marital aids’ in Sheffield, 1982. “Terry, don’t be silly. It’s just underwear.” Sophie Rundle (Peaky Blinders, Episodes) heads the cast of Brief … >