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Three Films By Somerset Maugham - Trio / Encore / Quartet
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Tales From The Master's Pen
Review date: 2008-03-25 Rating: 10 out of 10
This DVD is a gem. It consists of a total of 10 short or shortish stories on 3 discs, originally separate films from the late 1940's. Some are from Somerset Maugham, a few from or adapted by other writers. At least two ( The Verger and The Colonel's Lady) were later recycled into the (also recommended and on DVD) Tales of the Unexpected series of the late 70's and early 80's. The black and white is crisp and clear as can be, the sound likewise. The acting is superb, too, with many famous names appearing, not least Nigel Patrick.
Each film of the three (Trio, Quartet, Encore) is introduced by Somerset Maugham from his beautiful home and garden on the Riviera. How glamorous that must have seemed, looked at from the dingy squalor of much of 1940's Britain!
Superb entertainment and truly enjoyable. Recommended.
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Reviews
Delightful
Review date: 2007-10-25 Rating: 10 out of 10
What a wonderful collection. each DVD is preceded by a short chat by th great man himself, Somerset Maugham, with stories that trasnport you to another era. Of course the fact that the stories themselves ar so cleverly constructed helps enormously, but besides that, the acting and the old world charm of the characters just make this collection of three DVDs a superb gift. Also, the quality is such that you're likely to keep the DVDs and watch them time and again. The films, as with the stories upon which they are based, are timeless. What a brilliant idea to put together this collection.
Product Details/Specifications
Actor(s):
Anne Crawford
Nigel Patrick
Kathleen Harrison
James Hayter
Roland Culver
Creators:
Anne Crawford (Primary Contributor)
Roland Culver (Primary Contributor)
Director(s):
Recording label: Network
Manufacturer: Network
EAN: 5027626276447
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 3
Format: Box set, Black & White, PAL,
Release date: 2007-10-01
Audience rating: Parental Guidance
Region code: 2
Running time: 279 minutes
Language: English (Unknown)