Lady Chatterley
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Movie Reviews of Lady Chatterley
Movie Review: The story of a young and sexually repressed woman
Summary: 5 Stars
Now available in a DVD format, Lady Chatterley is the dramatic and passionate BBC miniseries directed by Ken Russell and based upon the D.H. Lawrence novel "Lady Chatterley's Lover" which gave rise to what was perhaps the most famous obscenity trial of the 20th Century and continues to appear on various banned books lists for it subject matter. It's the story of a young and sexually repressed woman of the British upper class who is unhappily married to a paralyzed husband. She encounters a gamekeeper on her estates whose scandalous attentions awaken her senses. This BBC production is technically flawless and hallmarked with beautiful outdoor scenes, authentically detailed indoor sets, brilliant acting, and outstanding direction. Available in VHS (11457, $29.95), Lady Chatterley has a running time of 205 minutes.Movie Review: Excellent, compelling miniseries!
Summary: 5 Stars
Very entertaining look at Lady Chatterley. After reading the book I was very curious to see how the story could be brought to life! Ken Russell has done a fine job and the two lead actors bring life to Lady C and Mellors. Prior to this movie, I did not think Sean Bean (Mellors) was anything special, but after seeing his portrayl in this movie- all that has changed. He is superb and an excellent leading man- just perfect- I do not see how any woman could not fall for him in this role. Easy to see how Lady C does! Buy this DVD- you will not be disappointed!Movie Review: Lady Chatterley Again A pleasant surprise!
Summary: 5 Stars
I thought oh no not another version of this book, I can't bear it but when I saw it, I was blown away. Sean Bean is great as the "lover" and smolders all the way through but he can also act!! Almost as good as his Sharpe role.
I thought the period sets and cast were well chosen and one can easily get lost by oneself for 4 steamy hours!! I felt that the length was good it gave the film time to unfold rather than be rushed through in 2 hours.
Movie Review: -"My lady"...say it again, Sean!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
Brilliant! I bought this movie because of Sean Bean (I just wanted to hear him saying "lass"...) and because I love british drama. I just finished it and I am not disappointed. What a great story! I do believe that the sex scenes are far from being shocking, they are justified, intense and beautiful. The previous reviews say it all - great story, adaptation, characters... over 200 minutes very, very well spent.I'll let the tears dry now.Movie Review: Strong chemistry between the two leads burns up the screen!
Summary: 4 Stars
This 1992 adaptation of D.H. Lawrence's "Lady Chatterley's Lover" is my favorite of the three adaptations I've watched [the other two being the 1981 version starring Sylvia Kristel in the lead, and the 2006 French version with Marina Hands].
For those unfamiliar with the story, the central character Lady Chatterley [played with consummate skill by Joely Richardson] is a sexually-frustrated wife to Lord Clifford Chatterley [James Wilby], a WW I paralyzed vet. Typical of upper class Brits and the landed gentry, Chatterley is concerned about providing an heir for his estate and suggests his wife takes a lover. Contrary to his expectations that Lady Chatterley will take up with a 'suitable' man, i.e. preferably titled, she goes for the well-built gamekeeper, Oliver Mellors [Sean Bean] and the pair begin a torrid affair that crosses the boundaries of class and all that is socially acceptable at the time.
The chemistry between Richardson's Lady Chatterley and Bean's Mellors is the highlight of this movie. The pair truly sizzle on-screen, and though Lawrence's novel was not merely a bodice-ripping read, but a serious attempt at portraying social themes, such as class boundaries etc, the passion is central to the main character's development. This was credibly portrayed on-screen as viewers get to see the evolution of Lady Chatterley as her burgeoning sexuality transforms her on the outside as much as it does internally, both emotionally and physically.
The sex scenes are graphic, but tastefully done. The cinematography is simply beautiful.As for the extras on the DVD, there is an interview with writer/director Ken Russell, a behind-the-scenes photo gallery, an author biography, and cast and crew filmographies. I'd rate this as my favorite screen adaptation of "Lady Chatterley's Lover" and recommend it to those who are fans of British period dramas, Brit Lit adaptations, as well as fans of romance dramas.