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David Copperfield (DVD, 2012)
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Overall, this version is very good, with an amazing cast. It is well made, though (obviously) misses various characters and scenes from the book in order to simplify and shorten the production. The film is in two halves, with the first half focussing on DC's early life. Daniel Radcliffe plays the role excellently, supported by typically brilliant actors such as Ian McKellen and Maggie Smith. However, the second half features a chap called Ciaran McMenamin as David, and this is where it falls down. His 'acting' lacks passion of any kind and drains each scene of emotion. You can almost sense the other actors trying to hold the thing together. The direction seems to falter and the ending is hurried. It's such a shame as this could have become an absolute classic if they'd cast a better actor. As I say, it's good but could have been so much better!Read full review
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After reading the book I looked forward to a TV dramatization with an impressive cast but sadly it lacked the gravitas of Dickens' story and it was all a bit twee. The book is an epic but this production is a rush. Sir Ian McKellan and Zoe Wanacker excellent in small rolls - the rest underwhelming. Fewer comedy actors may have helped (Nicholas Lyndhurst, Pauline Quirke, Dawn French, Paul Whitehouse).
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My friend (for whom I ordered this DVD) is happy with it, and had already seen the movie on TV prior to purchasing. So she knew about th content. That it was entertaining and "engaging". She is an avid movie watcher, and often orders DVD's of movies she has already seen on TV.
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A superb adaptation and realization of this classic Dickens novel which preserves the character and atmosphere of the original . It would be difficult to find a better cast. Visually, the period and settings in which it takes place are authentically captured and the whole production is free of modern gimmickry. All in all, a delight.
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Great quality DVD.This has been a favourite version of a great book since I watched it on television some years ago. Having it on DVD means I can watch it whenever I wish (either all at once or in parts). Would recommend it to anyone!
Couldn’t get it on any of the catch up channels , on virgin they wanted £7 . Excellent value, brownie points for me 😁
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Love this DVD.....Love all works of Charles Dickens. Great story and acting is superb. Arrived on time and undamaged Thank you !!!
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Excellent production- had seen original screening on BBC and wanted to send something to entertain my elderly parents- they thoroughly enjoyed it
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Good viewing with a solid cast of stars. Felt one or two bits missing from original.
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Well worth watching, great entertainment
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