Description: Set to be a returnable, entertaining crime series, Dalhousie follows the lead character with “willful determination and stubborn independence, Isabel Dalhousie. She is neither a detective nor a police officer, but a philosopher and the editor of the Journal of Applied Ethics. However, it is Isabel’s profound curiosity and strong sense of morality that see her drawn into mysteries that should, quite frankly, be none of her business! Set in Edinburgh, the ‘story of the week’ format will see Isabel drawn into new mysteries across each series, with a new philosophical quandary to be answered, and a tumultuous personal life providing a wealth of stories alongside each crime. (aka “THE SUNDAY PHILOSOPHY CLUB”)
Genre: Series
Date Created: Development
Production Company: SYNCHRONICITY FILMS
Contact Email: hello@synchronicityfilms.co.uk
Phone: +44 141 406 9558
Location: The Hub, Pacific Quay, Glasgow G51 1EA, United Kingdom
Studio: Studio 15, St George’s Studios, 93-97 St George’s Road, Glasgow, United Kingdom, G3 6JA
Producers: Claire Mundell, Deanne Cunningham, Alexander McCall Smith
Writer/Producer: Andrea Gibb
Contact Email: info@all3media.com
Phone: +44 (0)20 7845 4377
Location: ALL3MEDIA, Berkshire House, 168-173 High Holborn, London WC1V 7AA, UK
Dalhousie: A Philosophical Journey Through Crime and Curiosity
Set against the intriguing backdrop of Edinburgh, “Dalhousie” is a unique crime series that intertwines deep philosophical inquiries with the allure of mystery. The narrative centers on Isabel Dalhousie, a character defined by her fierce independence and insatiable curiosity. As the editor of the Journal of Applied Ethics, Isabel finds herself inadvertently entangled in various mysteries, each prompting profound questions that challenge moral boundaries. With each episode, viewers will be taken on a thought-provoking quest that examines not only the crime at hand but also the ethical dilemmas that accompany them.
This series promises to deliver an engaging format, where each week introduces a fresh mystery alongside Isabel’s tumultuous personal life, creating an immersive storytelling experience. Produced by the acclaimed team of Claire Mundell, Deanne Cunningham, and author Alexander McCall Smith, with Andrea Gibb at the helm as writer and producer, “Dalhousie” aims to blend entertainment with intellectual exploration. Audiences can look forward to a captivating exploration of human behavior, ethics, and the complexities of everyday life, all viewed through the lens of an inquisitive mind.
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