Not So Much Mystery

This dramatization of Priestley's play is not so much mystery as examination of society. There is a denouement, perhaps anticipated, but still analytical.

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Such an amazing performance by all the actors

I found this to be so unbelievably riveting, entertaining, well-done, thought-provoking. I was sad when it was over. Don't delay - listen to it! Brilliant performance by the actors. Makes you feel like you're at the theatre watching it live.

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Exploring the nature of Time

Priestly was interested in the nature of time and wrote on this topic as well as social justice.

It was good to hear this Classic Radio Theatre production. Well done.

I suppose like Huxley, the writing expresses ideas and asks readers to think.

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Chilling

Fantastic performances from all involved. I’d seen this play performed on stage but hearing it a second time was just as good and even more impactful for some reason. Well worth a listen (or re-listen).

Intriguing

Great story, great acting! My family enjoyed it so much and was captivated the whole time.

A smug Inspector Galls

All but the Inspector in this recording, are wonderful to listen to. The recording is at times, let down by the incessantly smug monotone voice of the actor playing the Inspector. The Inspector should be a mystery man who with his charm and magnetism, manages to coerce information out of the otherwise reticent family. Not a judgemental one-dimensional bore. That being said, the other characters are played beautifully and it is all in all, an enjoyable romp.

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Very disappointing.

If you want a ripping good detective story, this is not it. If, on the other hand, you enjoy an author beating you over the head with a moralistic two-by-four at the expense of an actual plot, you'll really enjoy this one.

I listened to half of it then gave up in disgust. The story seems to be merely a vehicle for the author's pontificating on the Evils Of Class in British society. Even a very good cast of performers was not enough to save it.

Needless to say, I will not be picking up anything by this author again.

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