White Gold (TV Series) The Widow Maker (2017) User Reviews

The Widow Maker

[bobcobb301 · 7/10 · 23 August 2017]

This episode was a massive shift in tone for the series. What was once almost exclusively jokes turned into a show that tried to prove how tough real life and relationships can be and we saw two of the main characters at their low point.

Some funny moments still, but I thought they handled the shift to drama well enough.

The Widow Maker

[Prismark10 · 6/10 · 27 March 2018]

Back in the early 1980s, social networking was CB radios. Mobile phones put paid to that.

Brian Fitzpatrick is a CB radio enthusiast but Vincent gets Carol to lure him for a rendezvous with a flirty lady. After they tell him it is a scam Brian breaks down and tells everyone of his tumultuous home life.

On the other hand Vincent has been shortlisted for a business award. He goes full tilt with self promotion and on the day of the business award function, he thinks winning is just a formality.

Another strong episode, funny but one that takes a darker turn by the end. Vincent is not in full control of his life.

It looks only Martin is the most normal and likeable character here. Wonderful use of 80s music in this episode.