James Clavell's Noble House
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Movie Reviews of James Clavell's Noble House
Movie Review: Great Adaptation
Summary: 4 Stars
I learned a long time ago not to expect faithful adaptations of great books, but to hope instead for a solid script, casting, cinematography and scoring that stands on its own. With Clavell's hand in this work I was pleasantly surprised at the outcome here. I have read the book many times and looked forward to this DVD release, not having ever seen the original airing on network TV. It would not be possible to capture the intricate story lines, complex character development, agendas, and side plots in a mini-series. The creators instead gave us the essence of the story (with some twists) and captured an interesting time in the history of Hong Kong, on the eve of the transfer of ownership back to China.
It is dated only in that it is a Euro-centric perspective in the film, and misses out entirely on the perspective of many of the Chinese characters, which was articulated well in the book and resonates today.
Repeat readers of the book - keep an open mind, do not expect a replica of the book, enjoy the actors and the music score and you wont be disappointed. If you haven't read the book, you will enjoy doing so after viewing this title.
Movie Review: Wonderful Mini-Series!
Summary: 5 Stars
A very good mini-series to watch in an afternoon. The story is placed in Hong Kong during Great Britain's last years of possession before it is turned over to China. With change on the horizon, the Noble House, which is in between the two worlds, must try to survive.
I highly recommend this one. Exciting to watch.
Movie Review: FINALLY ON DVD !!!
Summary: 5 Stars
ONE OF THE BEST SERIES OF ALL TIME ARRIVES AT LAST ON DVD, A MUST HAVE FOR PIERCE BROSNAN FANSMovie Review: Excellent ... captures the spirit of the book
Summary: 5 Stars
I am a huge Clavell fan and have read all his work. The Noble House mini-series is a faithful representation of a wonderful book. It does not do quite as good a job as the Shogun mini-series did for that book, but still it is quite excellent. I highly recommend this DVD set.Movie Review: before james bond
Summary: 5 Stars
The story played close to the book. That was in large part due to the author's contribution. This tv mini series was enjoyed by all the adults in the house. There were some sub plots left out. If you have never read the book you will find that the tv version plays smoothly and keeps the audience engaged and entertained while keeping the main plot on course.