Tess of the d'Urbervilles (1998) Reviews

Tess of the d'Urbervilles (1998)
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Thomas Hardy's classic 19th century novel Tess of the d'Ubervilles was expansively adapted to television in this two-part British miniseries. Justine Waddell stars as Tess D'Urbeyfield, the poor relation to the prosperous D'Ubervilles, a rural family. Sent to work on the farm of her distant relatives, Tess stirs up an intense romantic rivalry between her cousin Alec D'Uberville (Jason Flemyng) and handsome "local" Angel Clare (Oliver Milburn). Tragedy ensues when the rapacious Alec "has his way" with Tess, inaugurating a chain of events that will ultimately find the heroine on trial for her life. A production of ITV's London Weekend Television, Tess of the d'Ubervilles was originally presented in one two-hour and one 90-minute installment beginning March 8, 1998. The program debuted in America on September 13 of that same year. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Justine Waddell, Jason Flemyng, (more)
Director(s):
Ian Sharp
Format(s):
DVD
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Colin T.

Spot on. This movie nailed it in every aspect. Compelling but believable, esoteric but accessible, devastating but cathartic. Good production quality for the budget. Great, minimalist acting. Good stuff. Watch it.

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Barbara G.

If you love British movies as I do you will love this one. I almost felt like I was back in Tess's time. The country estates and farms were beautiful. The director was able to catch the pastoral way of life perfectly. It is a sad story but most of us who have read the book knew how it was going to end.

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Cathy H.

I am a big fan of Justine Waddell in Wives and Daughters, so I thought I'd check this movie out. I really wanted to like it, but I didn't. If you like a melancholy plotline, watch this, but if you like something more uplifting, and interesting in that “Pride and Prejudice” way, watch Persuasion, or Wives and Daughters, or Middlemarch. Unlike Tess, you won't be disappointed by them. Also, for parents of teenage girls in love with the Jane Austen genre, skip this one -- there is one scene that would be too disturbing.

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Felicia H.

I really had high hopes for this movie. I did enjoy the storyline; it was very compelling and realistic. However, this is my opinion for what it's worth. Some may find this movie very appealing, but I didn't particularly care for it. Nevertheless, if you enjoy watching Daniel Deronda, Titanic, Here on Earth, and Dying Young, you will love this movie. Everyone has their own personal preference.

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Ann C.

It was quite the marathon. Usually love the English period pieces but this was all so sad and unfair.That makes it believable and well-acted of course, but long.

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Sandra B.

We loved this movie...long, so you could really get into it. If you enjoy period pieces you will really enjoy this movie. It might be sad but that's true to life back then in England. Scenery and acting exceptional we thought.

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Stephen S.

Great Classic Story, well acted, only draw back is pace...quite slow.

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Mary E.

i just loved this movie.

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JUDY R.

I thought Justine Waddell did an amazing job in portraying the levels of emotion of Tess. It was a little sluggish in places, but that was part of the story line.

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Mitzi G.

This movie is long drawn out and a waste of time if you like period romances. It is far fetched and hard to track will not hold your interest

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    Colin T.

    Spot on. This movie nailed it in every aspect. Compelling but believable, esoteric but accessible, devastating but cathartic. Good production quality for the budget. Great, minimalist acting. Good stuff. Watch it.

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    Barbara G.

    If you love British movies as I do you will love this one. I almost felt like I was back in Tess's time. The country estates and farms were beautiful. The director was able to catch the pastoral way of life perfectly. It is a sad story but most of us who have read the book knew how it was going to end.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Cathy H.

    I am a big fan of Justine Waddell in Wives and Daughters, so I thought I'd check this movie out. I really wanted to like it, but I didn't. If you like a melancholy plotline, watch this, but if you like something more uplifting, and interesting in that “Pride and Prejudice” way, watch Persuasion, or Wives and Daughters, or Middlemarch. Unlike Tess, you won't be disappointed by them. Also, for parents of teenage girls in love with the Jane Austen genre, skip this one -- there is one scene that would be too disturbing.

    Yes   |   No

     
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