Cranford (Blu-ray)
An all-star cast including Judi Dench, Michael Gambon, Eileen Atkins, Imelda Staunton and more come together in this BBC/Masterpiece Classic drama adapted from the works of Elizabeth Gaskell.
1842. Cranford, a market town in the North West of England, is a place governed by etiquette, custom and above all, an intricate network of ladies. For spinsters Deborah Jenkyns (Atkins), the arbiter of correctness in Cranford, and her demurring sister Matty (Dench), the town is a hub of intrigue where little goes unnoticed. Everyone - from charming rogue Dr. Marshland to Mrs. Jamieson and her lap dog - talks, and is talked about.
However, the town still has its secrets, despite the most vigilant eyes and ears. While it seems that life has always been conducted according to social rules, Cranford is on the cusp of change...
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fantastic all around - eurguy
I did not know what I wanted to watch so decided to watch this. I was not sure i was going to enjoy it, but was pleasantly surprised to find it to be fantastic all around. very highly recommended for all fans of the genre. smartly well written & performed by all.Loved it! - Tbot
Anyone who enjoys time period/Victorian era movies MUST see Cranford! It's got a large cast of characters from all walks of life, and every one of them is fascinating. You feel their joy and sadness right along with them, and there IS some sadness. It's realistic in that sense. I plan on owning this series the first chance I get.Just superb - whatdoiknow
If you enjoyed the BBC's adaptation of Pride and Predudice you absolutely MUST watch Cranford. Supurbly acted by an all star and predominantly female cast (makes a nice change) with a great script and fabulous locations. You will be taken on a roler-coaster of emotions with a script filled with lost and unrequited love to tenderness, friendship and joy. This is as good as TV gets. Watch it , Watch it , Watch it.
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fantastic all around - eurguy
I did not know what I wanted to watch so decided to watch this. I was not sure i was going to enjoy it, but was pleasantly surprised to find it to be fantastic all around. very highly recommended for all fans of the genre. smartly well written & performed ...Loved it! - Tbot
Anyone who enjoys time period/Victorian era movies MUST see Cranford! It's got a large cast of characters from all walks of life, and every one of them is fascinating. You feel their joy and sadness right along with them, and there IS some sadness. It's ...Just superb - whatdoiknow
If you enjoyed the BBC's adaptation of Pride and Predudice you absolutely MUST watch Cranford. Supurbly acted by an all star and predominantly female cast (makes a nice change) with a great script and fabulous locations. You will be taken on a roler-coaster ...