The Jewel in the Crown
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Movie Reviews of The Jewel in the Crown
Movie Review: Fascinating, complex story
Summary: 4 Stars
I knew the Jewel in the Crown was about India, but somehow I always assumed it was 19th century India, not WWII. So this was a complete surprise to me. I also had no idea how dark this series was, so I was shocked as worse and worse things kept happening to the characters. Nonetheless, I couldn't stop watching because I had to know what was going to happen next. The story is very complex, and the ending not as satisfying as I would have liked, but now that it's over I can't stop thinking about it. As painful as some parts were, it was very worthwhile and really made me think. I don't know much about the DVD quality as some people mentioned, but it would have been nice to have some commentary or bonus features.Movie Review: A truly great series
Summary: 4 Stars
This DVD has some problems with the soundtrack, with some of the softer conversation muffled.
Still it is the same engrossing, intriguing story we saw on television when it was a new release. I experienced the same involvement with these superbly drawn characters and story line, defined against the background of the end of the Raj.
The DVD is not flawless--there a few editing bobbles--but it is a necessity for any refined collection of dramatized novels, British literature, Raj literature, or tours-de-force of acting.
I found the performances of Peggy Ashcroft, Judy Parfitt, and Art Malik as enthralling as they were years ago.
Movie Review: adjust your sets
Summary: 4 Stars
Great great story and presentation. For those of you unhappy with the picture quality you have to adjust your sets...contrast, color saturation, sharpness etc etc. and the picture is very watchable.
I don't know why A&E didn't update the picture quality so you don't have to adjust your set...especially with their ballhoed ANNIVERSARY edition. The earlier DVD and this current version are the same...just repackaged.
I had the Videos but have forgotten how they looked.
Movie Review: I just was waiting for it
Summary: 4 Stars
Back in 1982 I bought in Abu Dhabi the Jewel in the Crown in 12 VHS and I am happy I have seen it in only 4 DVDS at Amazon. The quality of the reproduction, so far, (who can see 4 x 3hrs each DVD in such a short time) is excellent and it is a pleasure hearing a good english speaking after so many american slang movies we see everyday at TV. Thanks.
Mauro
Movie Review: Jewel in the Crown
Summary: 4 Stars
This is an amazing and very worthwhile production, but the sound recording reproduction leaves MUCH to be desired. The sound is EXTREMELY variable - exceedingly loud then too soft to be heard. This set really needs to have a good sound reproduction company work on it.