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TV drama Beyond Paradise finds heaven in Cornwall
24 May
Summary
- Actor Zahra Ahmadi described filming in the South West as 'just heaven'.
- Filming for series four took place in picturesque towns like Looe and Saltash.
- The show's unique approach to policing emphasizes community safety and personal connection.

Zahra Ahmadi, an actor in the popular TV drama Beyond Paradise, has enthusiastically described filming the latest series on location in England's South West as "just heaven." Ahmadi, who portrays Det Sgt Esther Williams, found the beauty of towns like Looe, Launceston, Saltash, and Tavistock difficult to articulate.
The series, set in the fictional Devon town of Shipton Abbott, utilized Looe as its primary filming location. Ahmadi, a native of Plymouth, noted the inherent charm and underlying mysteries of these picturesque locales, comparing the experience to a personal paradise.
Beyond Paradise, starring Kris Marshall as Det Insp Humphrey Goodman, follows the detective and Det Sgt Williams as they tackle peculiar crimes. Ahmadi emphasized the show's commitment to a more personal and community-integrated style of policing, which she believes is vital for ensuring public safety.
Series four delved into themes of myths and legends, which Ahmadi found thought-provoking, even touching on personal beliefs about the afterlife. The actor also confirmed that a fifth series is confirmed, expressing her delight at this news.