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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Mono ), SPECIAL FEATURES: 2-DVD Set, Interactive Menu, Photo Gallery, Scene Access, Teaser(s), Trailer(s), SYNOPSIS: The mini-series gives us a look at Disraeli's whole life and the many facets of that life. Disraeli was not a Jew, he was baptized in the Church of England, but his Jewish ancestry was always used as a slur against him and he never repudiated it or acted ashamed. He was a Georgian dandy, would be rake, would be novelist who dabbled in politics and eventually got a seat in Parliament. ...Disraeli: Portrait of a Romantic ( Disraeli )
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
"Disraeli - Portrait of a romantic" is the full title of this series. It is a good title as the drama centres around disraeli's character as he climbs the greasy pole to become prime minister against all odds.
Ian Mcshane is perfectly cast and dominates every scene. Seen purely as a drama, it compares well with your average Catherine Cookson. Beyond that we are treated to a rare view of this important historical character.
The writer has done an excellent job of condensing so much into six hours. Hopefully someday someone will commission a couple of lengthy series with a decent budget to really do this important period justice.
If you have an interest in history, politics or romance then I think you will enjoy this.
Ian Mcshane is perfectly cast and dominates every scene. Seen purely as a drama, it compares well with your average Catherine Cookson. Beyond that we are treated to a rare view of this important historical character.
The writer has done an excellent job of condensing so much into six hours. Hopefully someday someone will commission a couple of lengthy series with a decent budget to really do this important period justice.
If you have an interest in history, politics or romance then I think you will enjoy this.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I have to confess to having some misgivings about purchasing this mini-series. I wondered if Ian McShane would be right for the lead role. I needn't have concerned myself, as I thought he was excellent throughout. This was a good story, well told, about a part of our history which is largely overlooked. Out of necessity, the story leapt forward years at a time on a regular basis, but I suppose we were only concerning ourselves with the important actions in an amazing life. He married a widow (years older than him) for social advantage, but they formed a good partnership from a loveless beginning, and his rise to the top of the political tree began in earnest. Queen Victoria (and Albert) were both apprehensive initially about his appointment, but a genuine mutual respect soon grew. The supporting cast all played their parts, and I can honestly say that this was a mini-series that I enjoyed immensely.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is the type of series that will whet the appetite for more information. You will want to know more about "the buying of the Sues shares" and about Disraeli himself. We bought this DVD at his house, Hughenden Manor, which you can visit. Ian McShane as Disraeli was brilliant. I wish that you could split the star rating between performance and quality of the video. The performances were good and believeable. The quality of the filming was very 1970's, a bit shakey, a bit grainy and a bit too fast for the eye (only in some parts - mainly outside shots). However, do not be put off by this. My only wish is that it could have been longer.
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AN UNEXPECTED TREAT
This 1978 television series deserves greater recognition. Relish its mesmerising central performance - Ian McShane increasingly impressive as the cash-strapped novelist who... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mr. D. L. Rees
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It was good and worth the money though not perhaps the best the BBC has ever produced. Nevertheless, with hindsight, I'd buy it again given a second chance.
Published 9 months ago by sunflower
a great mini series that bought one of the most colourful characters...
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This DVD really brought Disraeli to life for me. I have read much about him and feel that the 2nd part absolutely captured him at the peak of his power. Throughly recommended
Published on 22 Nov 2009 by CJS Flawn
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About half of this is worth watching.... the other half could be edited out with no loss. There is a lot of froth and very little substance. Read more
Published on 11 April 2009 by Mother in Israel
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