Very beautiful adaptation of the Du Maurier classic novel to a TV mini-series. There is a reason why Hitchcock directed this back in 1939. The atmosphere set is hypnotic at times. The music is well-chosen. It sets the right mood. When I first read the book, I imagined the setting to be similar but not quite as beautiful as shown here.
The actors did quite a formidable job in this. Especially the supporting cast: Whalley, Harris (mumbling or not, his presence and portrayal of the character is nothing short of excellent), Shirley Henderson is great as ever. Jessica B-F is very talented and fits into the role of the main protagonist. A young girl, not too beautiful, but determined to go her own path, despite the obstacles life's put in her way.
All in all, a great effort, in my opinion and I imagine the cost of making it wasn't as high as with many other TV productions nowadays. It's good to see that the BBC hasn't lost its touch when it comes to adapting a classic novel for the small screen. One more thing, the average rating is too low, out of reasons I cannot comprehend. Just doesn't appeal to anyone, I guess. 7.3/10
The actors did quite a formidable job in this. Especially the supporting cast: Whalley, Harris (mumbling or not, his presence and portrayal of the character is nothing short of excellent), Shirley Henderson is great as ever. Jessica B-F is very talented and fits into the role of the main protagonist. A young girl, not too beautiful, but determined to go her own path, despite the obstacles life's put in her way.
All in all, a great effort, in my opinion and I imagine the cost of making it wasn't as high as with many other TV productions nowadays. It's good to see that the BBC hasn't lost its touch when it comes to adapting a classic novel for the small screen. One more thing, the average rating is too low, out of reasons I cannot comprehend. Just doesn't appeal to anyone, I guess. 7.3/10