I have a deep love for a good murder mystery. Modern tales or detective stories often don't capture my interest. What truly captivates me are mysteries that challenge my intellect, ones I can solve if I'm clever enough. Think Ellery Queen, Miss Marple, Sherlock Holmes, or my beloved Hercule Poirot.
Speaking of Poirot, I've told a little white lie to many friends. I've claimed to have read all of Agatha Christie's Poirot novels, but that's not entirely true. I've avoided "Curtain: Poirot's Last Case" because I couldn't bear the thought of Poirot's death.
Eventually, I gave in and watched the PBS adaptation starring David Suchet. I must say, Suchet has dethroned Peter Ustinov as my favorite Poirot (and that wasn't an easy feat). While "Curtain: Poirot's Last Case" might not be the best episode in the series, it was superb and a fitting farewell to the great detective.
"Curtain: Poirot's Last Case" is a country house novel, set in the same location as Poirot's first case, "The Mysterious Affair at Styles." Poirot, now elderly and wheelchair-bound, reunites with his old friend Hastings to solve one final mystery. The plot revolves around a series of murders, with Poirot suspecting a single person behind them all.
All in all, I'm glad I watched it. I'd rate the episode 4.5 out of 5 stars and highly recommend it to fellow murder mystery enthusiasts.
Ah, Hastings, my dear friend. They were good days. Yes... they have been good days. --- Hercule Poirot
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