Tess of the d'Urbervilles
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Movie Reviews of Tess of the d'Urbervilles
Movie Review: Not THAT great
Summary: 3 Stars
I'm sorry, but compared to other movies of its kind this movie did not rate high. The romance wasn't there and I barely felt sorry for the girl.Movie Review: A fabulous adaptation of a terrible book
Summary: 2 Stars
The BBC versions of literary classics are always true to the book (including characters, setting and emotions) and this movie is no different. The scenery is breathtaking, the acting fabulous. So if I liked this movie so much, why give it only 2 stars? Because while I loved how the movie looked and felt, I really disliked the actual story. A commentary on society from the obviously troubled author Hardy, this story is very dark and depressing. Poor Tess never had a chance against her circumstances - the ending is no surprise.
So I have to say - if you liked the book or enjoy Hardy anyway, watch this - if you only want to watch another great BBC film - watch Pride and Prejudice!
Movie Review: Hardy kills another romance novel
Summary: 2 Stars
Well adapted, true to the story, but honestly: Of all the books out there, why would they film this? It's depressing, dismal, and desperate. There are NO heroes in this. I would compare it to Vanity Fair but at least in Vanity Fair there is a good guy to get a silly girl in the end.
This is what happens when men write romance novels. If you don't believe me watch his other "classic": The Major of Casterbridge.
1 star for Music
1 star for Acting and adaptation
0 for brilliant story
If you want to watch a good romance that has depth, makes you weepy, and that ends well, watch the BBC adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's North and South.
Movie Review: Brave Young Lady
Summary: 2 Stars
The movie was ok, but predictable. After I bought the video, I realized that I had seen it before. It is one of those movies that you only want to see once. Unfortunately, I have to keep it. Right?Movie Review: Disliked
Summary: 1 Stars
I found this movie to be a bit boring. It seemed to drag on. Would not have bought if I knew that it was going to be this bad.