As I've mentioned in previous reviews, each Thriller episode has thus far been totally unique, no two episodes feel the slightest bit similar. If you thought Someone at the Top of the Stairs was a little different, then this one is off the scale. Broadening the premise of the Thriller series, which have largely been crime thrillers. A Place to die establishes a really creepy village, a set of very odd locals, and totally bizarre behaviour by all when The Doctor and his good lady arrive. It could only have been made in the Seventies, it's so typical of many horrors from that era, Satanic rights etc. A worthy cast including small roles for Harold Bennett (Young Mr Grace) and Arnold Ridley (Godfrey, Dad's Army.) If I'm honest I prefer the more psychological, earthly episodes of Thriller, but this one has many strengths. 7/10
Review of A Place to Die
