It does start off very slowly, but, it is definitely worth sticking with. I'm becoming more and more of the opinion that these adaptations of classic novels, despite many of them being abridged versions of the original books, are more in keeping with what the author intended and are a better viewing experience. There is now a culture of taking classic novels and casting BAME actors in the lead roles or in the case of an upcoming Jules Verne adaptation, giving a major character a complete sex change (and change of employment)
This version of Edwin Drood begins in an opium den and that aspect of life is well done considering when this was made. It slows temporarily to establish the characters, but, then it picks up and is a jolly good movie. Well acted and directed it is not a Universal Horror, but, is mainly quite dark.
I would recommend anyone who loves movies of this era to watch it.
I would recommend anyone who loves movies of this era to watch it.