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Lines of dialogue automatically selected and posted from the seminal 80's thriller. Also on Twitter and Mastodon. Search the scripts at http://edge.torpidity.net/s. We also run @blakes7bot found on all good social media platforms, as well as the bad ones.
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Two: Into The Shadows.

CRAVEN: For instance, I sometimes think she said, "Don't tell" [O.S.] as she was running towards the gunman, or rather...

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/2/161
ChatGPT describes the image as "The image features a man with a somber, reflective expression, dressed in a beige trench coat over a shirt and tie, suggesting a serious or emotional moment. The setting appears to be indoors, with a soft, natural light coming from a window behind him, hinting at a quiet, contemplative atmosphere. His gaze is directed downward and to the side, indicating he might be deep in thought or processing difficult information. The plain background, with muted colors, emphasizes his introspective mood, fitting the tone of a tense or dramatic scene. This image captures a moment of introspection or revelation." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 13, 2025 at 8:39 AM
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#EdgeOfDarkness - Three: Burden Of Proof.

# The Christian militia is marching now... # [MUSIC STOPS]

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/3/355
ChatGPT describes the image as "The image shows a middle-aged man standing indoors near a window with light filtering through sheer curtains. He wears a dark jacket over a printed T-shirt and appears to be in a moment of quiet reflection or concern, gazing off to one side. The setting is modest and somewhat somber, featuring muted colors and simple decor, including a clock on the wall behind him. This scene captures the tense, grounded atmosphere typical of the story’s focus on personal and political intrigue, set against the backdrop of ordinary, working-class life. The character's expression and posture hint at underlying emotional or psychological conflict." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 13, 2025 at 7:08 AM
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Five: Northmoor.

JEDBURGH: No, sir. This here's just fine.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/5/10
November 12, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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Three: Burden Of Proof.

CRAVEN: I brought your file back.
JEDBURGH: It was never meant to leave the goddamned apartment!

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/3/11
ChatGPT describes the image as "A middle-aged man with short, light brown hair stands indoors, looking directly at another person whose back is to the camera. The man wears a light jacket over an open-collared shirt, suggesting a casual yet purposeful demeanor. The setting appears to be a modest, possibly residential space, indicated by the plain walls and soft lighting. The scene conveys a moment of confrontation or serious conversation, with the man’s expression focused and intent, hinting at underlying tension or an important exchange between the two characters." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 12, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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Six: Fusion.

CRAVEN: Last night.
JEDBURGH: He tell you I was at Gleneagles?

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/6/239
November 12, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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Three: Burden Of Proof.

PENDLETON: Breakfast?
JEDBURGH: Yes, a large malt on the rocks, black coffee with honey.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/3/116
ChatGPT describes the image as "The image depicts a tense moment at a social gathering, possibly a formal luncheon or dinner in a restaurant or banquet hall. The setting is elegant, with plants and decorated surroundings. Three men are seated around a table, engaged in serious or tense conversations. The man on the left has a stern expression, holding a small bouquet of pink flowers, suggesting a context of emotional or interpersonal significance. The man on the right, wearing glasses, appears to be adjusting his glasses or preparing to speak, indicating a moment of focus or confrontation. A third person, facing away, is engaged in conversation. The overall mood suggests underlying conflict or important dialogue amidst a seemingly formal event." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 12, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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One: Compassionate Leave.

ELLIOTT: That was Whitehall showing an interest. A man called Pendleton.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/1/198
ChatGPT describes the image as "The image shows an older man with white hair, dressed in a suit, standing with his back partially turned toward the camera as he looks at a plain wooden door. The setting appears to be an interior office or institutional environment, indicated by the simple wood paneling and the utilitarian door hinge. The man's posture suggests a moment of hesitation or contemplation before opening or entering. This scene encapsulates a quiet, tense moment reflecting themes of secrecy, suspicion, or revelation within the narrative, where the character faces an impending discovery or confrontation crucial to the unfolding drama." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 12, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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Three: Burden Of Proof.

REPORTER 1: How many police officers were involved in the arrest of Mr Lowe?
REPORTER 2: Were you there when he fell, Inspector? How is Lowe?

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/3/61
ChatGPT describes the image as "The image captures a fleeting, blurred moment outside a car, with the focus disrupted by a person moving quickly in front of the camera. The upper part of a blonde person's head is visible through the car window, adding a sense of urgency or tension. The setting appears urban, marked by a concrete backdrop and the partially seen vehicle, hinting at a scene where private and public worlds collide in a brief instant, suggestive of underlying suspense or imminent action." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 12, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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Four: Breakthrough.

BERWICK: They're here.
CRAVEN: Go back to Northmoor, access security.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/4/258
ChatGPT describes the image as "A man is seen standing in what appears to be an office or control room, surrounded by desks and computer equipment typical of a 1980s setting. The background features a row of arched windows or mirrors, hinting at a compartmentalized and somewhat institutional environment. His posture and expression suggest he is alert or searching for someone or something, contributing to an atmosphere of tension and surveillance. The muted lighting and industrial decor reinforce the sense of secrecy and underlying threat associated with government or corporate spaces." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 12, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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#EdgeOfDarkness - Two: Into The Shadows.

EMMA: Yes, I do. He has his good points.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/2/197
ChatGPT describes the image as "The image depicts two individuals walking outdoors, partially obscured by leafy green foliage. The scene is set near a brick building with a white-framed window, suggesting a residential or institutional setting. The man wears a beige trench coat over a suit and tie, while the woman also sports a trench coat, indicating a possibly cool or rainy day. Both appear serious and contemplative, hinting at a tense or emotional moment. The subdued lighting and shadows contribute to an atmosphere of mystery or introspection. The setting and character attire evoke a late 20th-century timeframe, aligning with the show's themes of intrigue, espionage, and personal conflict." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 12, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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Four: Breakthrough.

HARCOURT: Well?
PENDLETON: It was one of the GAIA girls.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/4/136
ChatGPT describes the image as "A tense moment unfolds in a service entrance or back alley, with a man in a dark overcoat paused on a stairwell, looking down at two men approaching from the direction of a black car. One man, dressed in a suit, walks briskly toward the stairs, his expression determined, suggesting urgency or confrontation. The other, having just exited the vehicle, follows behind. The setting—a brick-walled, industrial or institutional area—adds an atmosphere of secrecy and unease, hinting at surveillance, pursuit, or a clandestine meeting amid unfolding drama." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 12, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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Five: Northmoor.

JEDBURGH: Craven! Craven. A first-growth St Julien '63. I think we got the whole vintage here. This is the doomsday equivalent of Harrods.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/5/163
November 12, 2025 at 7:07 AM
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Two: Into The Shadows.

CRAVEN: How did that show itself?
SHIELDS: I don't know much about it, but what I do know, I don't think she'd have wanted me to tell you.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/2/153
ChatGPT describes the image as "The image captures a tense and pivotal moment featuring a middle-aged man dressed in a beige trench coat and formal attire, likely symbolizing his role as a detective or government official. His expression is serious and focused, suggesting he is delivering important or unsettling information. The background is plain and nondescript, with muted colors that heighten the dramatic, somber mood. The conversation taking place is likely central to the unfolding narrative, steeped in intrigue and the uncovering of hidden truths, reflecting the show's themes of conspiracy, political tension, and personal tragedy." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 11, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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Two: Into The Shadows.

HARCOURT: Did you know that six of them broke into the nuclear waste plant at Northmoor, eight weeks ago, and they were led by your daughter?
CRAVEN: No.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/2/286
ChatGPT describes the image as "The image depicts a tense scene in a dimly lit, bureaucratic office, indicated by the greenish walls, vertical blinds, and office equipment such as a typewriter and filing cabinets. Two men in suits—one with a red tie and pocket square, the other with a striped tie—stand facing a man in a beige trench coat, seen from behind. The men in suits appear authoritative, possibly detectives or officials, questioning the seated man. The setting suggests an interrogation or a serious conversation involving investigation. The atmosphere is somber and charged with underlying tension, reflecting the series' themes of political intrigue and personal tragedy." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 11, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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Three: Burden Of Proof.

NURSE 1: Certainly was! I got it the first time round.
NURSE 2: You must have bribed the instructor, I reckon.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/3/86
ChatGPT describes the image as "A nurse wearing a blue uniform and white trim is prominent in the foreground, her expression serious and attentive, suggesting a moment of interaction or concern. The setting appears to be a hospital or clinical environment, with blurred medical staff and white furnishings visible in the background. The lighting is natural, with daylight filtering through windows, giving a sense of routine healthcare activity amidst the tension implied by the nurse's focused demeanor. This scene likely depicts a moment of care or the delivery of important information in a hospital context." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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Five: Northmoor.

CRAVEN: You believe in all that stuff?
JEDBURGH: Yeah, sure. Why not? Look at yourself. You think of yourself as an English provincial detective whose daughter died in tragic circumstances. Yet, where she fell, a well sprang, flowers grow. Now,... [1/2]
November 11, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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#EdgeOfDarkness - Two: Into The Shadows.

SHIELDS: Craven! This is an obituary I wrote for our paper.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/2/186
ChatGPT describes the image as "The image shows a close-up view of a white doorframe slightly ajar, revealing a pale blue room beyond. The setting appears to be inside a modest, perhaps older, residential building, suggested by the simple, unadorned door and textured wall. The lighting is soft and natural, creating a calm and quiet atmosphere. This moment captures a still, almost empty frame, often used to evoke anticipation or a sense of intrusion, fitting the series' themes of mystery and suspense. The open door suggests an invitation to enter or a boundary between private and unknown spaces, aligning with the narrative’s tension." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 11, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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Three: Burden Of Proof.

JEDBURGH: She probably did, Craven, a dozen times a day, but you never noticed it.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/3/54
ChatGPT describes the image as "The image shows two men seated in the front of a car, driving through what appears to be a suburban or urban street. The driver, on the left, has a relaxed expression with a slight smile, suggesting casual conversation or confidence. The passenger, on the right, looks tense or wary, gazing out of the window with concern or suspicion. The car's interior is vintage, fitting a setting from the late 20th century. This moment likely captures an interaction charged with underlying tension, possibly related to the unfolding mystery or investigation in the storyline. The contrasting expressions highlight differing mindsets amid unfolding dramatic events." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 11, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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Six: Fusion.

HARCOURT: The contamination in the reservoir can now be traced directly to it. They are liable to prosecution under the Radioactive Substances Act of 1960.
MINISTER: Is this really within your brief, Harcourt?

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/6/101
November 11, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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#EdgeOfDarkness - Three: Burden Of Proof.

JEDBURGH: Well, plutonium is the key word here, Craven. People who mess with plutonium are terrorists.
CRAVEN: What do you know about Northmoor?

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/3/31
ChatGPT describes the image as "The image depicts a man with dark, slightly disheveled hair and a contemplative or somber expression. He appears to be indoors, possibly in a modest, sparse setting with a plain background. The lighting suggests a subdued mood, adding to the sense of introspection or seriousness. His casual attire, a light-colored shirt with subtle stripes, indicates an everyday environment. This scene likely focuses on an emotional or pivotal moment, reflecting themes of personal conflict, loss, or reflection. The overall tone is quiet and introspective, fitting within a storyline involving mystery, drama, or emotional depth." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 11, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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Two: Into The Shadows.

JONES: You all right?
CRAVEN: Of course I am.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/2/370
ChatGPT describes the image as "A man wearing a beige trench coat stands in what appears to be an office corridor, his expression serious and contemplative. The plain wooden doors and glass panels create a typical bureaucratic or institutional setting. Another man in a suit stands nearby with his arms crossed, suggesting a tense or significant conversation has just occurred or is about to take place. The overall atmosphere is subdued, reflecting an environment filled with secrecy or important professional matters." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 11, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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#EdgeOfDarkness - Six: Fusion.

JEMIMA: You're in with a chance, my dear.
JEDBURGH: What do you think, Pete?

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/6/47
November 11, 2025 at 7:07 AM
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Three: Burden Of Proof.

BENNETT: Jerry, how are you? I hope you had a pleasant flight.
GROGAN: We had an 80-knot tailwind which helped us along!

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/3/146
ChatGPT describes the image as "The image depicts a tense interaction between two men outdoors, presumably at an airport or airfield. One man, dressed in a formal suit with his hand in his pocket, appears to be speaking or negotiating, while the other, whose back is turned, listens attentively. Behind them, there is a small aircraft with a visible tail marked with a yellow emblem, along with a car parked nearby. The scene suggests a moment of confrontation or serious discussion, set against a backdrop of aviation and transportation, hinting at themes of espionage, secrecy, or urgent communication often associated with intrigue and suspense." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 10, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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Five: Northmoor.

CONNORS: I need everything you've got!
[BREATHING HEAVILY]

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/5/160
November 10, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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One: Compassionate Leave.

ROSS: Ronnie... Officially, you have nothing to do with this enquiry.

https://edge.torpidity.net/s/1/262
ChatGPT describes the image as "A middle-aged man with grey hair and blue eyes is shown sitting indoors, dressed formally in a grey suit, pale blue shirt, and patterned tie. The backdrop features large windows with an out-of-focus cityscape, suggesting an office environment. His facial expression is serious and contemplative, indicating a moment of intense conversation or personal reflection, likely within the context of a governmental or corporate setting. The lighting is natural, emphasizing the character's composed yet tense demeanor." BotOfDarkness, version 2.0.23. AWS Lambda version: 1.14.
November 10, 2025 at 5:44 PM