Edward & Mrs. Simpson
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Actor: Cynthia Harris, David Waller, Edward Fox, Nigel Hawthorne, Peggy AshcroftBrand: A&E
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown), Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo; English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 350 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2005-02-22
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: A&E Home Video
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- On the evening of December 11, 1936, England's King Edward VIII formally broadcast his farewell to a nation. Torn between duty and love, he had decided to follow his heart. A powerful fairytale made all the more compelling because it actually happened, Edward & Mrs. Simpson captures the unforgettable romance that develops between the Prince of Wales and an extraordinary American woman named Wa
Movie Reviews of Edward & Mrs. Simpson
Movie Review: The Woman Who Wouldn't Be Queen...And Her Prince
Summary: 5 Stars
This review refers to "Edward & Mrs. Simpson" 2 DVD set(A&E)
Well if there was ever a story of true romance, this is it.If it wasn't a true story, you would think it would make a great romance novel. King Edward VIII of England, just shortly before his coronation gives a radio address on Dec 11, 1936 saying farewell, and tells the country that loves him, he is abdicating. The reason, a woman. Mrs. Wallis Simpson, a twice divorced outgoing American who held the heart of Edward captive.
Edward felt a strong duty to his country. But his love for Mrs. Simpson was so deep, he gave up his throne, so she could be HIS Queen, when his country would not recognize his love, his wife, as their Queen. What sort of woman could make a man give up a nation for her? This British mini-series gives an in-depth look at this Royal soap. Edward, Mrs. Simpson, the romance, and the turbulence it caused the between the politicians who begged Edward to consider his choice(they didn't want to lose him), his family,his country and finally the decision.
It's a 7 part series that begins as Prince Edwards, quite the man about town, is introduced to Wallis Simpson, by his then girlfriend. Although still married to Mr. Simpson, Wallis is portrayed to be a woman who knows what she wants, and knows how to get it. Edward is smitten, and can hardly be a minute without her. Even if at first, it means having Mr. Simpson in tow as well. The Simpsons finally divorce, and Edward and Wallis become inseparable, causing quite the commotion among the Royals and their inner circle.
This fabulous production gives you an up close and personal look at the events.The private and public moments that follow Edward, Wallis and those loyal to Edward. I was drawn into the story and the characters. The cast was simply magnificent in their performances. Edward Fox as Edward made you feel everything he was feeling. He was very much a Royal. There couldn't have been a better Wallis than Cynthia Harris. She portrayed the American intruder into the Royal lives fabulously. At first you may think she is a schemer, maybe even a gold digger, but by the end she will have you on her side. Other great talents include Nigel Hawthorne, Peggy Ascroft and Cheri Lunghi.
The DVD presentation is very nice. Clear picture and vibrant colors in all the period costumes. Features include scene selection, and the "Wallis Simpson Episode" From A&E's Biography series(sans commercials), which was most informative and included a look at their lives together, for the years after the abdication. There was a slight glitch in the last episode, and I missed the first 5 minutes of it. The DVD just seemed to skip over it. I didn't see any others mention this, so it could be just my copy(I tried it several times). Each disc is in it's own keep case and come in an outter slip case as well.
You may also enjoy:Edward the King
or:Edward the Seventh
A wonderful addition to your Royals collection!
Enjoy....Laurie
Summary of Edward & Mrs. Simpson
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