Wives and Daughters
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Movie Reviews of Wives and Daughters
Movie Review: Love, love, love it !!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I am a HUGE fan of period films, like "Pride and Prejudice," "Jane Eyre," etc. I would say "Wives and Daughters" is my absolute new favorite. It has so much going on to keep you entertained, and plenty of humor too. All of the characters, I feel, have a lot of depth to them, as opposed to some of the characters from "Pride and Prejudice." Characters in W&D aren't all good, nor are they all bad. I just love it. I have watched it twice in one week, and am excited to watch it many times in the future! I wish I could watch these movies in widescreen format. That is about the only thing that bugs me. I hope I am not missing out on too much by having to watch these movies as fullscreen.Movie Review: Wives and Daughters
Summary: 5 Stars
Well-made and believable; compare to the A&E Pride and Prejudice. Molly, the heroine, comes to age under the watchful care of her beloved father and now must learn to adjust to his marrying again. Her gentleness and deep capacity to love endear her not just to the viewer, but to the other characters in this story as well. Although she is the youngest and seemingly most naive character in this story, she is the one entrusted with all the secrets that gradually unfold throughout the story. This movie is divided into 4 segments, but once you start, you'll find it hard to stop before knowing if Roger makes it home alive or Molly's good name is cleared.Movie Review: Wonderful for those who love Austen and the Brontes
Summary: 5 Stars
I knew Elizabeth Gaskell was a 19th century novelist and friend and biographer of Charlotte Bronte. However until viewing the movie adaptation of WIVES AND DAUGHTERS I did not know she was such a gifted chronicler of the human condition that her stories hold up well today. This production of one of her novels is beautiful in every detail and well cast and acted. Michael Gambon is particularly good as the squire though the whole cast is excellent. The story might be a bit predictable but it is such a joy to watch one forgets and forgives that. If you like most of the BBC/ Masterpiece Theater productions you will love this one.Movie Review: Much Better than expected
Summary: 5 Stars
I got this for my Dad for Christmas. My parents raved about how good it was, so I knew that they would like it. The acting is simply amazing, especial Michael Gambon. The character development is superb. I would highly recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys quality cinema, acting, and story. There is of course the romantic part of the movie, but it is not overly mushy or sickening like many romances. This is not Jane Austin. But if you like her you probably won't be disappointed here either. Don't be fooled by the cover of the movie. If you think it looks awful, give it a shot. You will be pleasantly surprised.Movie Review: IF YOU LOVE JANE AUSTEN - THIS IS A TREAT
Summary: 5 Stars
I just purchased this as an add-on to my last order and popped it in not knowing anything about the film or novel it's based on. I was thoroughly delighted. It was like discovering a long lost work of Jane Austen - a cross between Mansfield Park and Sanditon. I had never heard of Elizabeth Gaskell before this and will be reading her works now. The acting is first rate (many BBC favorites are here), the writing is excellent and the plot isn't too predictable though I did guess the end before it came about. It's long but broken into four 75 minute epidodes so you can enjoy over time.