Downton Abbey

SarahBM · 16-10-2011 11:16pm

MrsD007 wrote: »

Agreed.

I love the Dowager Countess of Grantham, we are seeing a really kind and sensitive side to her tonight. Maggie Smith is a wonderful actress, I couldn't imagine anyone else in the role now.

"I have a cold" she sniffed at the "wedding" - brilliant! Maggie Smith rocks!

Lady Chatterton · 16-10-2011 11:18pm

SarahBM wrote: »

"I have a cold" she sniffed at the "wedding" - brilliant! Maggie Smith rocks!

It has to be said that Julian Fellows has written some wonderful lines for her too.

SarahBM · 16-10-2011 11:27pm

MrsD007 wrote: »

It has to be said that Julian Fellows has written some wonderful lines for her too.

Brilliant writing this wk. The Dowager Countess does get some wonderful lines, as does Mrs. Hughes "I may not be a woman of the world but I wasnt born in a sack" LOL

squeakyduck · 17-10-2011 5:51am

Poor Daisy, she looked absolutely gorgeous for the wedding! Real little cinderella. Poor William. I really liked him as a character.

I had to compose myself several times watching this....nearly cried!

Mrs. Bates...what a bitch....I hope everything works out for Bates. Loving the Branson story line too!

emeraldstar · 17-10-2011 10:28am

Can't believe there are only two episodes left in this series. Far too short!

At least there's the Christmas special

iguana · 17-10-2011 11:49am

Not bad episode, the first one I enjoyed in a long time. The war is almost over at this point, the battle at the start was Amiens, according to the text at the start. That was the beginning of the 100 Days Offensive, though it ended after 95 days on Nov 11th.

I thought for a while, given the dubious medical information (it was way too early to tell if Matthew would be completely impotent) that they were paving the way to show the false assumptions made by early 20th century doctors and that William would pull through and Daisy would be stuck married to him. As we hadn't actually died yet I'm still a bit suspicious that will happen.

At this point the 2nd wave of Spanish Flu epidemic would be getting under way. I wonder if Fellows will use it to off a few of the barrier characters. Look out for Vera Bates or Richard Carlisle coughing or sneezing next week. It'll be the back of them.

emeraldstar · 17-10-2011 1:27pm

iguana wrote: »

As we hadn't actually died yet I'm still a bit suspicious that will happen.

He did die at the end though? When Mr Mason said to Daisy that William doesn't need her anymore now, it was because he'd just passed.

mikemac · 17-10-2011 1:58pm

Just William died at the end

He doesn't need anyone anymore

iguana · 17-10-2011 2:17pm

Crap I forgot that bit. I was remembering Bates telling Mary that it wouldn't be long.

Wolfe Tone · 17-10-2011 2:46pm

I've enjoyed the second season, but it requires you to leave a portion of your brain at the door due to its inaccuracy, but its not meant to be a documentary!

Last nights episode was good, I'm pretty sure William is dead.

I hate Daisy though, she has consistently been the most irritating character for me.

SarahBM · 17-10-2011 6:24pm

the one criticism I have of this season is the jumping forward in time. Is it me, or did Ethel have an extremely short pregnancy?!?!?
I do also like the references to the war of independence in Ireland and 1916. Branson is our link to whats happening in Europe, which I like.

But that Vera wan, what is she going to get up to? now that she cant dump Lady Mary in it. I think she will go for Anna (poor innocent Anna:rolleyes:)

is there really only 2 eps left?

emeraldstar · 17-10-2011 6:55pm

SarahBM wrote: »

the one criticism I have of this season is the jumping forward in time. Is it me, or did Ethel have an extremely short pregnancy?!?!?

That's not unique to this series. Both seasons have spanned 2 years or so. Season One one sped through the years also - I think there was practically a year's gap between episodes 5 and 6 of last season.

SarahBM wrote: »

is there really only 2 eps left?

Yeah

JP Liz V1 · 03-11-2011 5:21pm

Downton Abbey has been picked up for a third series by ITV

Lady Chatterton · 03-11-2011 5:23pm

JP Liz V1 wrote: »

Downton Abbey has been picked up for a third series by ITV

This is great news, I'm thrilled !!!!!!

SarahBM · 03-11-2011 8:19pm

can I just say Lord Grantham getting it on in the pantry with the maid!!!:eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:

wow! I could see it coming but didnt expect him to make the first move!

and I was delighted to see Thomas get his come-uppins.

emeraldstar · 03-11-2011 8:41pm

Glad they've finally officially confirmed. All knew it was going to happen.

Misty Moon · 03-11-2011 8:59pm

MrsD007 wrote: »

It has to be said that Julian Fellows has written some wonderful lines for her too.

I think my favourite is still "What's a weekend?" - great line but it's the delivery that really makes it.

SarahBM · 04-11-2011 12:06am

Misty Moon wrote: »

I think my favourite is still "What's a weekend?" - great line but it's the delivery that really makes it.

And the way Cousin Violet plotted and planned to get rid of Isobelle by getting her to go help with the refugees. evil genius. LOL "You must go where you are needed!" brilliant!

mikemac · 04-11-2011 10:42am

I thought they could have done more with the cousin Patrick story, the burned solider from Canada

Issues with relations and inheritance was huge for their families with their titles and riches and sometimes debts.

Just seemed tacked on for one episode as a filler, it didn't go anywhere and conveniently ended with a goodbye note

I know it's an incredibly expensive production, a pity they could not have an extra few episodes, it's racing

annieoburns · 04-11-2011 1:46pm

The end of the Patrick story seemed to have escaped me

Was he for real? did he own up to being a con in the letter. Yes a major plot development yet no mention of it in next episode, business as usual!

Wolfe Tone · 04-11-2011 4:48pm

The Patrick story was a bit unsatisfying, but it did clearly demonstrate Ediths evolution from a narky soul to one who is kind, generous and caring.

JP Liz V1 · 05-11-2011 9:04pm

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2057668/Downton-Abbey-Earl-Grantham-secret-bedroom-tryst-new-maid.html#ixzz1cpcEMFZd

:eek:

I think

Lavinia will die

Lady Chatterton · 05-11-2011 9:13pm

mikemac wrote: »

I thought they could have done more with the cousin Patrick story, the burned solider from Canada

Issues with relations and inheritance was huge for their families with their titles and riches and sometimes debts.

Just seemed tacked on for one episode as a filler, it didn't go anywhere and conveniently ended with a goodbye note

I know it's an incredibly expensive production, a pity they could not have an extra few episodes, it's racing

I have a weird feeling about this one. I reckon that there is going to be more from Patrick in the future. Maybe, he will die and verification will come that he was the real Patrick afterwards, leaving the family feeling really guilty.

On the other hand, maybe I have an overactive imagination

Mrs Ron Burgundy · 05-11-2011 9:42pm

MrsD007 wrote: »

JP Liz V1 wrote: »

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2057668/Downton-Abbey-Earl-Grantham-secret-bedroom-tryst-new-maid.html#ixzz1cpcEMFZd

:eek:

I think
Lavinia will die

Liz, I think you're right -
leaving Lord Grantham free to take up with the maid!!!

I think you've gotten a bit mixed up there. I do think liz is right though, thats who I was thinking aswell.

Lady Chatterton · 05-11-2011 9:48pm

Sorry, you are correct, I got her confused with another character

iguana · 05-11-2011 11:01pm

JP Liz V1 wrote: »

I think
Lavinia will die

That's what I've been expecting since she was introduced.

Sandwlch · 06-11-2011 12:52am

JP Liz V1 wrote: »

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2057668/Downton-Abbey-Earl-Grantham-secret-bedroom-tryst-new-maid.html#ixzz1cpcEMFZd

:eek:

I think
Lavinia will die

Sounds very plausible. A real soapy cop out by the writers though to solve the Mary/Mathew problem and how to keep that one going - but in line with the low standards of the show's plot.
The setting is attractive, it all looks gorgeous, the actors are all good looking - but boy is the plot junk. Such a shame they couldnt come up with something more substantial. Sub Coronation Street or Eastenders for all its beautiful packaging.

emeraldstar · 06-11-2011 1:26pm

Mrs Ron Burgundy wrote: »

I think you've gotten a bit mixed up there. I do think liz is right though, thats who I was thinking aswell.

Yep. I'll be very surprised if it's not her who snuffs it.

SarahBM · 06-11-2011 6:23pm

Cannot wait for tonights episode!

emeraldstar · 06-11-2011 6:40pm

Me either. But the sooner it starts the sooner it's all over

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