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So...what were some of my favorite things about it? Well, one thing I loved was how real it all seemed. I could really relate to Molly, particularly at this time in my life. When it begins, she's barely 17 (like me), and things are definitely changing even though she may not notice it. I could also relate to her personality, particularly her mix of reserve and openess, tendency to care very deeply about people even though they didn't know it, and inability to conceal her emotions (my mom remarked, "She reminds me of you, Ivy!", as Molly glowered at Mr. Preston at the ball. heheheh).
The romance between Molly and Roger also seemed very real - it was such a natural thing for it to grow out of their brotherly-and-sisterly friendship. Even though Roger was in love with Cynthia for a time, he was, as he put it, in love with a "hypothetical Cynthia". He was always honorable during the entire affair, and afterward thought how silly he had been to not see all along that Molly was the one for him.
I actually think that Roger Hamley is now my favorite hero from classical literature...sorry Mr.
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The acting was excellent in my opinion, particularly Squire Hamley. I really liked his character, flawed though it was in some regards. I was very fond of Osborne too, even though at first he can seem unlikable (well, I liked him from the start because I knew his secret since I'd read the book, but my mom and sister weren't so sure). The part where he dies is so sad, and so well done. You can truly feel the Squire's pain.
Cynthia is aggravating yet likable, and you can't help but be glad that her twisted affair with the suitably attractive but sinister Mr. Preston turns out well. She's just one of those incredibly shallow people, who, even more incredibly, is pretty content to be that way. Her mother on the other hand...agh! I just wanted to slap her. :P
Lady Harriet was one of my favorite supporting characters, both in the movie and in the book. She's so feisty and goodhearted, and I love the part where she saves Molly's reputation. That is definitely using your power in a good way!
Well, that was certainly not a very good review, per say...they've never been my strong point. It was more just a random conglomeration of all the reasons I now LOVE Wives and Daughters! :)
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And now, happy Father's Day to all the fathers of my readers and any fathers who may be reading this! May God bless you and St. Joseph guide you!
I'm really happy that our church records every Sunday's sermon and puts it online, because today's was particularly good! Click here to listen to it. It's about marriage and the role of the father and mother, and it really cleared up a lot of confusion I'd been having. I advise you to listen to it if you have time!
3 comments:
Aww, be nice to Mr. Thornton! He's actually not considered all that handsome in the book, if I remember correctly. And not everyone agrees on movie Thornton's level of gorgeousness. I liked him from the beginning, but my friends wouldn't consider him even cute until the end.
I too, LOVE the movie "Wives and Daughters", and I am looking forward to reading the book! I think it was a wonderful review! Molly, Roger, Squire Hamley, and Mrs. Hamley are my favorites! But Cynthia, Mr. Preston, and 'Hyacinth'/Clare acted so well too! The movie all in all is just wonderful!
Ahhhh, Wives & Daughters! I definitely love that movie-I adore the adorable Squire Hamley, I love Cynthia (despite her annoyingness!) and I love Osborne and Molly. Roger, I'm not so sure about. :P He doesn't have to make any sacrifices or really DO anything to win Molly. :-/ I used to LOVE him, but now I'm not so sure... It's still an awesome miniseries. :)
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