“Islam for dummies.” Read on for the critics' full verdict on last night's TV.

The Qur'an, C4
“The Qur'an was an exemplary piece of programme-making and Anthony Thomas, who produced, directed and wrote it, fully deserves to go to paradise with 120 virgins [... ] This was proper television for grown-ups.”
Brian Viner, The Independent

The Qur'an, C4
“[A] long but fascinating documentary.”
Andrew Billen, The Times

The Qur'an, C4
“It was such a shame that such an apparently scholarly programme came to such a simple, inaccurate end.”
Matt Baylis, Daily Express

The Qur'an, C4
“Anthony Thomas's thoughtful, intelligent documentary is exactly what most of us need [... ] It's perfect - a two-hour lesson in Islam for dummies.”
Sam Wollaston, The Guardian

Banged Up, Five
“It makes absorbing viewing.”
Brian Viner, The Independent

Banged Up, Five
“David Blunkett aside, it's not especially interesting. It's basically Minority Report, without the excitement.”
Sam Wollaston, The Guardian

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