Viewpoint viewers have taken to Twitter to discuss the five-part miniseries following episode two, with many suggesting that the plot might be moving a little too slowly for their taste!
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The series follows detective Martin Young (Noel Clarke) as he decides to take the lead in a case involving the disappearance of a local primary school teacher, Gemma. Setting up his surveillance operation in a nearby home of another local resident, Zoe Sterling, due to its panoramic view of Gemma's flat – he soon discovers that his own past experiences and burdens affect his thoughts on the case, threatening the operation.
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Posting on social media, one person wrote: "Not saying this is dragging but here’s a couple of pictures of me and the lad. One taken when this episode started and one taken at the end of it."
Another added: "Normally love an ITV drama but my god [sleeping face emoji] snail's pace." A third person wrote: "Nope. I’ve tried but I really can’t do this. Too slow. So many holes i could drive my truck thru em."
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However, others were enjoying the steady plot progression, with one tweeting: "Ooh this is growing on me. Love a slow-burner." Another fan wrote: "I am actually enjoying the slow pacing and quiet moments of #Viewpoint," while a third person posted: "Really enjoying this. The slow burn is what makes it so good @ITV #Viewpoint."
Catherine opened up about a potential second series
Catherine Tyldesley stars in the series and has opened up about wanting a second series. Chatting to Digital Spy, she explained: "I hope it does get a season two because it really deserves it... [Martin's] a likeable character, so I think that is what people are going to want from season two – everyone's just going to love Noel's character and hopefully be hooked with the writing and crave more of it."
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