Essie Davis and Nathan Page are back in the exciting new Miss Fisher movie, Miss Fisher and The Crypt of Tears! Let’s dive into the chemistry between the characters, the fantastic costumes, and why we deserve another installment.
Miss Fisher makes a triumphant return! It has been five long years since the last series ended (you can now watch all three seasons on Acorn TV), and our beloved female detective is back, in spectacular fashion, complete with her iconic gold handgun. Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears premiered this week exclusively on Acorn TV, and the long wait was definitely worth it! This romantic mystery is the perfect dose of escapist entertainment.
ABOUT MISS FISHER’S MURDER MYSTERIES
For those new to the world of Miss Fisher, the original Australian series is set in the 1920s and follows the adventures of a vibrant, intelligent, and fiercely independent woman who returns to Melbourne to start a career as a private detective. This naturally irritates the dashing Detective Inspector Jack Robinson. However, Phryne eventually wins him over with her charm as they solve crimes together and slowly fall in love, even though she’s not the type to settle down.
The series, based on Kerry Greenwood’s novels, is filled with excitement, humor, and romance. The undeniable chemistry between Phryne’s assistant Dot and constable Hugh adds more sweetness, and the passionate looks between Jack and Phryne keep you hooked. A dance here, a flirty glance there, and maybe a kiss – it’s all incredibly engaging.
THE GORGEOUS COSTUMES
Talking about the real standout, Miss Fisher’s incredible wardrobe deserves a mention. Each of Phryne’s outfits is meticulously detailed, elegant, and sometimes delightfully extravagant, highlighting both the time period and her spirited personality. She’s a woman who revels in her femininity and refuses to adhere to societal norms. Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears continues to emphasize how crucial her wardrobe is to portraying her lively and fabulous character.
‘MISS FISHER AND THE CRYPT OF TEARS‘ REVIEW: INDIANA JONES MEETS ROMANCE ADVENTURE SERIALS
The new movie, funded by fans, takes place just a few months after the last episode, despite being filmed much later. While it works as a standalone film, it feels like a seamless continuation. This time, Phryne steps onto a larger stage, solving crimes on a global scale with an opening scene in British-occupied Palestine that’s reminiscent of James Bond or Indiana Jones, complete with Miss Fisher’s stylish costumes.
While I miss the Australian setting, seeing Miss Fisher and Detective Inspector Jack Robinson solving mysteries around the world fits perfectly with the romantic adventure genre, which is exactly what this new film is: a romantic adventure styled like an old-fashioned adventure serial.
Near the beginning, after rescuing a girl named Shirin from wrongful imprisonment, Phryne is presumed dead. Friends and family, including Jack, head to London to mourn her, only for Jack to discover that she’s still alive. Despite this, Jack and Phryne are estranged, and he initially wants nothing to do with her. How will Phryne win him back while unraveling an international crime?
Ancient curses, treasures, imperialism, and mysteries involving Alexander the Great all intermingle as Phryne and Jack strive to uncover the truth behind Shirin’s family’s massacre and how everything connects. Whereas Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries was a cozy series, The Crypt of Tears introduces a supernatural and mystical archaeological angle.
JACK AND MISS FISHER
The real highlight isn’t so much the mystery, but the romantic drama and adventure. The romance between Jack and Phryne still burns bright. Their playful arguments, flirtations, and daring rescues are absolutely swoon-worthy. The film delivers an excellent romantic adventure, a rarity these days (anyone else still love The Mummy?).
The movie shines because it wholeheartedly embraces romance. Although the mystery’s pacing and reveals may falter, and I wish Dot and Hugh had more substantial roles than cameos, these issues don’t overshadow why I love the genre in the first place.
OVERALL THOUGHTS
Once you see the movie as a fun, old-fashioned romantic adventure with a feminist twist, the weaker aspects of the rushed mystery don’t matter as much. The film doesn’t aim to be a serious award-winner, and that’s actually refreshing. For Jane Austen fans, Rupert Penry Jones being part of the cast is an added bonus. Enjoy it – you won’t regret it.
