Product: Inspector Morse [VHS] (1988)
Rating: 5.0
Endeavour Morse, RIP
When I began reviewing Morse episodes I noticed the 33rd would be the last; this fact along with the title, was a clear indication that this entry should be reviewed last - a wise decision. If you are into Morse I strongly urge you to leave this one till last - further comments would ruin your viewing pleasure. There are really two stories here; one dealing with the continued failing health of Morse, which began in "The Wench is Dead," and, secondly the mystery itself involving several murders. Morse's personal health problems dominate your interest, but the mystery itself provides the flow of the story. The background music is primarily from Wagner's "Parsifal" which is one of Wagner's operas with a redemption motive incorporated within it. Morse is cautioned by his physician to go easy on the alcohol, in fact she councils it would be best to stop - but he continues imbibing. He also makes final funeral arrangements as well as a last will and testament. The curmudgeon is more and more testier as the episode progresses because of his rapidly deteriorating health. You can guess the ending, but the details are left for your savoring, particularly the magnificent poignant ending.