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The same year as the BBC's Pride and Prejudice (1995) writer Andrew Davies and star Colin Firth were also hard at work on Circle of Friends, an Irish romance brought to the big screen by director Pat O'Connor (Dancing at Lughnasa). It's 1957 and three small-town friends Benny (Minnie Driver), Eve (Geraldine O'Rawe) and Nan (Saffron Burrows) arrive at university in Dublin, the scene set for an entertaining obstacle course along the path to true love. Jack, an excellent Chris O'Donnell, is the object of Benny's affections, and as the still unsure young woman beginning to find her way Driver gives an extremely engaging performance. Alan Cummings has a rather stereotyped role, which involves him in an attempted rape scene, one not only out-of-character with the rest of the film, but not even in the original novel. The transfer of 1990s mores onto 1950s Catholic Ireland jars a little towards the end, but whereas the cinema usually portrays Ireland as either a backdrop to "The Troubles", or--Angela's Ashes-style--as a land of hard working-class struggle, it's appealing to see it taking a look at the adventures of decent, ordinary middle-class people. The plot never springs any serious surprises, but makes for beautifully photographed Sunday-night TV-style nostalgia. --Gary S. Dalkin
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For everyone who ever though the person they loved was out of their reach. Sometimes dreams do come true.
Set in 1957, friends Benny and Eve eagerly escape their dull hometown to attend college in Dublib, where their education really begins. They learn about love and friendship. Their teachers are the worldly Nan and Jack, the handsome and charming star of the rugby team.
Join them on an adventure they’ll never forget.
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This is a must have. I loved the book, which I read before seeing the movie. The endings are the same, and yet not. No matter what, the book or the movie, you'll enjoy it!
With sweet and chunky Minnie Diver, as Bernadette, who just want to be loved really, for who she is. Just because youre a bit of a rhinoceros - as she in the movie describes herself as,it doesnt mean you should settle for anything less, than what you dream of! - I so agree.
With sweet and chunky Minnie Diver, as Bernadette, who just want to be loved really, for who she is. Just because youre a bit of a rhinoceros - as she in the movie describes herself as,it doesnt mean you should settle for anything less, than what you dream of! - I so agree.
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I read the book of the same title years ago and loved it. I never got around to seeing the film so I ordered on DVD as a treat for myself to watch when my husband was working, as I don't think it would be his cup of tea. I just loved it. It's an old-fashioned romance set in Ireland and Minnie Driver as Bernadette is brilliant. Chris O' Donnell is also good if you can excuse his dodgy Irish accent! It's a bit different from the book, but it's a great story and I think the film does Maeve Bincy credit. Recommended for the ladies!
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I purchased the DVD because I am a big Colin Firth fan and have also read a number of books by the author Maeve Binchy which I have enjoyed. The film, I thought was very good. The storyline interesting and certainly portrayed things as they were at that time. Would have liked to see more of Colin though.
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Circle Of Friends [DVD] [1995]
I really enjoyed the book.
I like reading the book first before watching the film as the book gives so much more story and... Read more
I really enjoyed the book.
I like reading the book first before watching the film as the book gives so much more story and... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Tipsysmum
Dated Catholic Romance, for Maeve Binchy fans only.
I should point out that I am male and this film is aimed at a female audience so there will be things that appeal to a female audience that I will have missed. Read more
Published on 21 Mar 2010 by Prof TBun
Loves the book and the film is brilliant.
I read the book some years ago and then watched the movie on telly. I loved the book and the film was no disappointment. Allthough a bit different from the book. Read more
Published on 5 Feb 2010 by Kimmie Renee Bæver
Circle Of Friends (Special Edition) [DVD] [1995]
We all enjoyed this one - all good friends together watching. Recommended as a good watch.
Published on 30 Jan 2010 by NELL
circle of friends
Didn't dissapoint watched it on tv first time around long enough ago to really enjoy again. Rebecca has the most famous first line this should be accredited with the best last... Read more
Published on 3 Sep 2009 by dodger
VERY GOOD FILM
THIS WAS A VERY GOOD FILM. I ENJOYED IT A GREAT DEAL THANK YOU. 4/5/2009.
Published on 6 April 2009 by Catherine S. Bates
I cannot praise and recommend it enough to do it justice!!!!!
if you like classic romantic comedies, is a must! Starring Chris O'Donnell, Minnie Driver, Geraldine O'Rawe, and Saffron Burrows, the 1995 movie enchanted me last night while... Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2007 by June C. Kreiselmeier
A very charming story!
Haven't read this book, but liked the movie very-very much. To be honest I have seen "Circle of Friends" 6 times, each time coming to like the movie more and more. Read more
Published on 2 Oct 2000
nothing like the book
This video is a major disappointment,it is nothing like the book. Half of the characters in the book are left out. Read more
Published on 31 Mar 2000
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