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Retired spymaster George Smiley is back looking for his
Soviet arch-nemesis Karla - brought out of retirement by the
British Secret Service to "tidy things up" once again. But
it's not long before the intrigue, treachery and deception
starts. Can Smiley find out who killed General Vladimir and
even if he does, will it solve anything? And does anyone really
care...
This
sequel to the excellent BBC adaptation of John Le Carré's
Tinker,
Tailor, Soldier, Spy
is no less impressive, partly because of Alec Guinness' excellent
portrayal of the mild-mannered Smiley - the spy master with
the gentle touch and hard stare. Directed by Simon Langton
and co-scripted by John Hopkins and Le Carré himself, the
overall production oozes effortless quality.
A
host of great European cities play host to the action while
an A+ supporting cast turn in universally good performances
- Michel Lonsdale, Vladek Sheybal, Michael Gough, Alan Rickman,
Beryl Reid, Ingrid Pitt, Bernard Hepton, Michael Elphick,
Bill Paterson and Maureen Lipman are all on top form. And
Patrick Stewart as the elusive Karla is perfect in the role.
Fast-paced?
No. Intelligent? Yes. Worth watching? Beyond doubt. Smiley's
People is simply TV at its very best.
Anthony
Clark
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