“...this is easily the darkest episode of the show so far, and I suppose it is morbidly fascinating in its portrayal of the victim...” Den of Geek · 15 years ago
Critics and viewers highlighted several key aspects of the episode: Luther S01E03 FRENCH HDTV
: While working the case, Luther faces an official complaint after Alice Morgan attacks his ex-wife's boyfriend, Mark, and frames Luther for it. Reviews from the Community Plot Overview “Paul Rhys is wonderful as Lucien
: Some reviews on IMDb found the plot a bit of a "slow burn" or even "unbelievable nonsense" because of the extremes of the case, such as the killer's "satanic" rituals and drinking of blood. A reviewer from TVovermind admitted it was their least favorite because it felt "sick" and difficult to rewatch. Plot Overview Luther S01E03 FRENCH HDTV
“Paul Rhys is wonderful as Lucien Burgess, he really does stand out as one of the best of villains, certainly memorable.” IMDb Luther episode 3 review | Den of Geek
: Burgess had avoided conviction ten years prior after being beaten by a police officer, making him legally "untouchable" unless Luther can find airtight evidence.