The Responder

Are we still worried about spoilers?

Watched it last night, we’ve loved it, a fitting episode.

So - what did you want to discuss about it, Urmstongran?

I thought it improved as it went on. The last episode was gripping with unexpected twists. It made a change from so many formulaic productions.

We wondered if it was being left open for a further series.

We watched this in the end, as we were curious. Sort of enjoyed it, but so depressing.

I feel he ‘ sorted’ it all out in the end...wouldn’t really say there were unexpected twists.

Just another drama about drugs. Like The Tourist.

Loved it along with the humour

I am curiously waiting to hear what Urmstongran wanted to discuss about it too.

Did anybody realise it is a true story. Written by the person who experienced these issues. Well written and well acted.

Not quite, Bucks, though much of it is true. It’s taken from the experiences of a responder who burnt out and left the job after 12 years. His marriage broke down and he ended up living in his car. But he wasn’t corrupt and the personal life shown here wasn’t his.

I thought this was a really good interview with the writer (it’s long, mind!).

www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/2022/mediapacks/the-responder