This could have been a fine production but suffesr from two egegrious errors that were common at the time, still are to quite an extent.
1. Overpowering background music. Mood music behind the dialogue and between scenes is pointless and does nothing to enhance the mystery or mood. Granted, it was fashionable but it's annoying none the less.
2. Authentic accents that are hard to understand. This is an ongoing probem in this type of drama. Mumbling in an supposed Victorian accent is clever but makes for a bad drama, especially when overpowered further by music or background sound effects. Clear, distinct dialogue aids understanding and enjoyment even if it is not how characters might be assumed to speak.
1. Overpowering background music. Mood music behind the dialogue and between scenes is pointless and does nothing to enhance the mystery or mood. Granted, it was fashionable but it's annoying none the less.
2. Authentic accents that are hard to understand. This is an ongoing probem in this type of drama. Mumbling in an supposed Victorian accent is clever but makes for a bad drama, especially when overpowered further by music or background sound effects. Clear, distinct dialogue aids understanding and enjoyment even if it is not how characters might be assumed to speak.