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Lilies : Complete BBC Series 1 [2007]


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Amazon.co.uk Review

Set in the aftermath of the first World War, Lillies is a quality period drama that centres on the activities of the Moss family. It’s also, seemingly, a show that’s been brought to an end after just one compelling series.

Living in 1920s Liverpool, the Moss family consists of three girls--Iris, May and Ruby--and one boy, Billy. Trying to keep them in order is their father, following the death of their mother. The three girls, at the behest of their mother, are Catholics, and it’s they that Lillies concentrates the best of its time upon.

At times not an easy watch courtesy of a fairly uncompromising approach, Lillies is nonetheless a superior piece of drama, and one that’s brought together in this welcome and thoughtful three-DVD collection. Across the episodes of the series, the strength of family bond comes across as paramount, but there are still some bitter lows that the Moss’ have to tackle. And thanks to a talented cast, it’s rewarding to follow their antics and adventures.

It’d be a pity if, as it seems, the BBC don’t commission another series of Lillies, because there really is a lot to enjoy on the evidence of this debut season alone. If this, though, is to be it, then at least fans of the show, and those who missed it first time around, get a strong DVD set to enjoy. A consolation, certainly, but a good consolation nonetheless. --Jon Foster

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Product Description

Lilies follows the lives of 3 Catholic sisters as they come of age following the First World War.

A complete hit
Review date: 2008-08-10 Rating: 10 out of 10

What more can I say? I think it's a complete joke that the BBC find it appropriate to not commission a second series - the characters were realistic, moving and every episode kept me wanting more. Whilst I'm not normally a fan of period dramas, I couldn't miss an episode from day one, all the way through to the end of the series. Come on Beeb, there are people out here who want more from the Moss family!

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Simply brilliant!
Review date: 2008-08-07 Rating: 10 out of 10

We fully agree with all other reviewers - the Lilies are somewhat special and we love them! Could not switch it off and saw the whole series in one go! We are really sad it is not being continued and asked the BBC to reconsider. - All Lilies-lovers, please, write to the BBC, too, to make them change their mind!

It's good, nothing exceptional
Review date: 2008-08-02 Rating: 6 out of 10

I bought this dvd on the basis of the rave reviews on this series but was disappointed. This is an ok production, nothing exceptional

Truly Spectacular
Review date: 2008-05-04 Rating: 10 out of 10

I enjoyed watching Lilies so much and was gript from start to finish. I can't wait for the 2nd series!

lilies
Review date: 2008-04-24 Rating: 10 out of 10

As usual a quality which did not dissapoint. Extremely touching in parts, and so like the world as it still is. The great social division throughout the world., plus up the bigotry. I enjoyed this very much.

Product Details/Specifications


Actor(s):
Leanne Rowe
Kerrie Hayes
Brain McCardie
Catherine Tyldesley

Creators:
Kerrie Hayes (Primary Contributor)
Brain McCardie (Primary Contributor)

Director(s):

Recording label: Acorn Media UK Ltd
Manufacturer: Acorn Media UK Ltd
EAN: 5036193096150
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 3
Format: Box set, PAL,
Release date: 2007-04-16
Aspect ratio: 1.85:1
Audience rating: Suitable for 12 years and over
Region code: 2
Running time: 468 minutes
Theatrical release date: 2007
Language: English (Unknown)
Language: English (Original Language)

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