Nicholas Nickleby-2 VHS Tapes (2000 Acorn Media) Charles Dance/J. Darcy/S. Myles
Charles Dickens' Nicholas Nickleby British Drama Stereo VHS by Acorn Media
Classic tale of Charles Dickens' "Nicholas Nickleby" with this 2 VHS tape set from 2000. There are at least 4 video versions of this Dickens drama and this one is considered by many to be the best!
Starring Nicholas Dance, Sophia Myles, and James D'Arcy, this drama film is a must-have for fans of Dickens and British cinema. Rated NR - suitable for all audiences.
This Acorn Media release is a treasure for movie and TV collectors, especially those who enjoy period dramas. Approx. 200 minutes.
Pre-owned condition appears to in good condition. Sleeve has minor edge wear. Tapes were not tested as I have no VHS player. However, if you find them defective I will refund you and pay for return shipping as well.
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Reviews of this Version:
-- I'm really really fussy about Dickens adaptations, Nicholas Nickleby has
been a favourite book of mine for years and years. But this one was
brilliant, James D'Arcy was the perfect Nicholas and Sophia Miles was a
perfect Kate. James D'Arcy and Charles Dance really suit Period Dramas,
they make them believable. The casting, the script and costumes =
fabulous. It's turned into one of my favourite Period Dramas &
frankly, compared to the newest Nicholas Nickleby (the film)...it's just
a masterpiece.
-- Everything
about this adaptation speaks of excellence...I have no hesitation in finding the entire
production to be delightful; and by all means go out and buy it.
Contrary to some other remarks, you will enjoy immensely.
-- I fell head over heels for this film! This movie made me laugh, cry, and
had me glued to my seat for the entire 4-something hours it comprises. I
love Dickens, but had not read NN prior to seeing this film. After
watching it, however, it inspired me to read the book. I found it to be a
very faithful adaptation of Dickens' huge novel. The acting is superb.
Charles Dance is excellent in his subtly cold Ralph Nickelby. I love the
way he lets just the slightest flicker of emotion register in his eyes
or the set of his jaw, but no more, which is perfect for a character who
detests any feeling but greed. Smike is also perfect in his emaciated,
stuttering patheticness. And Nicholas! Well, he's not only beautiful,
but is a wonderful actor as well. He has all the innocence and
smoldering passion the character requires. This film clarifies some of
the grim realities that the Victorian Dickens only hinted at, and while
it has wonderful moments of humor and kindness, this is no glossy,
fluffy caricature, like McGraw's Hollywood-pretty version, which I
hated. The acting is infinitely superior too! A truly wonderful film.
-- The leading roles of Nicholas, Kate, and Smike are performed with great
empathy, wonderful naturalness, admirable restraint, and endearing
conviction by their respective actors James D'Arcy, Sophia Myles, and
Lee Ingleby. Charles Dance as Ralph Nickleby portrays an icily
Dickensian villain, and Gregor Fisher an indeed despicable head of a
school. Superb photography conveys the changing moods and varied scenes
excellently. The smooth connectedness of the film easily allows the
viewer to enter into and remain as an observer of the action. Scenes of
merriment, tender affection, and gripping terror add up to a truly
powerful dramatization on film.