I don't know much about British jurisprudence. It would seem that there were numerous places where the prosecutor should have objected to the badgering of Miller. To imply that she slept with Alec is pure speculation and has no proof. She is getting away with so much without anything but innuendo. Meanwhile, the whole thing with Claire is pretty interesting. What I found intriguing is his appearance at Alec's place with a pile of documentation that shows his innocence (or so he says), The film goes back and forth, painting him as psychotic one moment, and an actual victim the next. Alec is also vacillating about Claire. Meanwhile, poor Ellie seems to be sold down the river. At least Beth is starting to get it. And why is Mark spending time with the boy? I'm totally hooked. I do want the prosecutor lady to get into the fray.
7 Reviews
Au contraire, the court proceedings make this series
richiehodev7 August 2022
There are differing opinions on this season's direction and decision to focus on the court proceedings as the primary story, but for me, it is an absolutely prudent choice in order to draw out the most of this stellar cast. There are a million and one crime drama thrillers similar to this out there, but the difference is that those don't have David Tennant and Olivia Colman, along with the rest of the wonderfully casted group of supporting characters.
The court proceedings inject an extra element of intrigue and drama to the aftermath of the first season, and they fully showcase the acting talent that the show has on hand. I never once doubted the credulity of what's happening, because everything that is said and done is performed with so much conviction and clarity.
The final scene in this episode between Olivia Colman and Marie Jean Baptiste is incredibly taut with heartfelt emotions and compelling dialogue. This season demands your attention and is deserving of your time.
The court proceedings inject an extra element of intrigue and drama to the aftermath of the first season, and they fully showcase the acting talent that the show has on hand. I never once doubted the credulity of what's happening, because everything that is said and done is performed with so much conviction and clarity.
The final scene in this episode between Olivia Colman and Marie Jean Baptiste is incredibly taut with heartfelt emotions and compelling dialogue. This season demands your attention and is deserving of your time.
Trial
Littleman9514 December 2020
The trial is keep going and it's very interesting how everyone interpret facts as they want. Can't wait to see how it will end!
There are some new interesting facts. They will change your point of view on someone.
Characters keeps being well developed.
It's ok, feels a bit like a soap in parts though.
Sleepin_Dragon11 January 2021
I am enjoying it, however there are one or two buts....
One one or two occasions, it felt like we had wandered into soap land, with more emphasis on domestic matters than the case, and Miller's reaction to losing Claire, it felt more like her napkin had gone on the floor in Starbucks.
I am interested in Claire, to a degree, but the case at Sandbrook is all so vague, it feels somehow that it's been cobbled together. When it switches back to the courtroom, it feels like a different show.
It's just been announced that Jodie is leaving Doctor Who, I watch her in that and see someone battling against a poorly written character, I watch her in this, and see someone with class, she's excellent in this series.
The standout here for me, Marianne Jean Baptiste, Sharon is the most interesting character, what's the deal with her son? She's terrific.
I'm a little mixed about the direction of this one, 6/10.
One one or two occasions, it felt like we had wandered into soap land, with more emphasis on domestic matters than the case, and Miller's reaction to losing Claire, it felt more like her napkin had gone on the floor in Starbucks.
I am interested in Claire, to a degree, but the case at Sandbrook is all so vague, it feels somehow that it's been cobbled together. When it switches back to the courtroom, it feels like a different show.
It's just been announced that Jodie is leaving Doctor Who, I watch her in that and see someone battling against a poorly written character, I watch her in this, and see someone with class, she's excellent in this series.
The standout here for me, Marianne Jean Baptiste, Sharon is the most interesting character, what's the deal with her son? She's terrific.
I'm a little mixed about the direction of this one, 6/10.
Cute
hazangel-8991017 July 2022
Silly
IHaveNoCommentToMake17 May 2024
Broadchurch Series 2 Episode 3 falters significantly with its implausible courtroom drama, particularly the subplot alleging Ellie Miller had an affair with Alec Hardy. In real life, the introduction of such a baseless and sensational claim would be highly unlikely in a court of law, especially in the absence of substantial evidence.
In actual legal proceedings, introducing accusations of a personal nature, like an affair, would require a strong evidentiary basis and relevance to the case at hand. The defense's strategy in this episode seems to disregard these legal standards, instead opting for shock value. Such tactics in real life would likely be met with objections and could even be deemed inadmissible, as they could unfairly prejudice the jury without contributing any meaningful insight into the facts of the case.
Furthermore, real-life legal professionals are bound by ethical guidelines that prevent them from pursuing such spurious lines of questioning. The court scenes in this episode not only misrepresent how evidence and personal accusations are handled but also undermine the seriousness of legal protocols. This departure from realistic legal practice makes the drama feel superficial and undermines the show's credibility.
By focusing on sensational and irrelevant personal drama, the episode distracts from the more pertinent legal and emotional issues at the heart of the story. This misrepresentation of legal procedures and ethics not only diminishes the integrity of the narrative but also misinforms viewers about how actual court cases are conducted.
In actual legal proceedings, introducing accusations of a personal nature, like an affair, would require a strong evidentiary basis and relevance to the case at hand. The defense's strategy in this episode seems to disregard these legal standards, instead opting for shock value. Such tactics in real life would likely be met with objections and could even be deemed inadmissible, as they could unfairly prejudice the jury without contributing any meaningful insight into the facts of the case.
Furthermore, real-life legal professionals are bound by ethical guidelines that prevent them from pursuing such spurious lines of questioning. The court scenes in this episode not only misrepresent how evidence and personal accusations are handled but also undermine the seriousness of legal protocols. This departure from realistic legal practice makes the drama feel superficial and undermines the show's credibility.
By focusing on sensational and irrelevant personal drama, the episode distracts from the more pertinent legal and emotional issues at the heart of the story. This misrepresentation of legal procedures and ethics not only diminishes the integrity of the narrative but also misinforms viewers about how actual court cases are conducted.
30 sec Google search would have helped
jamesganley-0058222 May 2024
Season 1 was great, Season 2 on the other hand is total tosh. Maybe if the writers had taken the time to do a little research before hand we would not have to sit and watch this rubbish. There is just one error after another about the way Court cases are run in the UK, that just gets a little bit annoying.
And as for Beth, the mother of the victim and I want someone to smash her in the face. Not sure if this is how they want us to feel about her, or great acting by Jodie Witicker.
Then we have Nige really don't get me started on that one.
Why do writers of things like this think the audience is made up of complete morons. We have characters that make stupid decisions, irrational decisions, basically decisions no sane rational person would make. All in the name of entertainment.
And as for Beth, the mother of the victim and I want someone to smash her in the face. Not sure if this is how they want us to feel about her, or great acting by Jodie Witicker.
Then we have Nige really don't get me started on that one.
Why do writers of things like this think the audience is made up of complete morons. We have characters that make stupid decisions, irrational decisions, basically decisions no sane rational person would make. All in the name of entertainment.
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