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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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Lilies follows the lives of 3 Catholic sisters as they come of age following the First World War.
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47 of 47 people found the following review helpful
I loved this series when I saw it first on TV. It is so well-written and acted, such a refreshing change to the usual dross. Both funny and moving, this was such a treat, and I cannot understand why the BBC has decided not to commission a second series. Shame on you. I wish I could give it more stars.
75 of 76 people found the following review helpful
One of the best dramas to come out of the BBC since Pride & Prejudice! So beautifully written and true to life in post war Liverpool, Lilies emcompasses all the great elements that makes an excellent period drama - humour, tradgedy and compassion to name a few.
Audiences all over can relate the Moss family in their struggle to over come family tradgedy, scandal and financial contraints, remaining strong throughout by the love and support of one another.
A highly recommended drama!
Audiences all over can relate the Moss family in their struggle to over come family tradgedy, scandal and financial contraints, remaining strong throughout by the love and support of one another.
A highly recommended drama!
48 of 49 people found the following review helpful
The best drama the BBC has produced in years. The script and acting are of the highest quality. You fall in love with the Moss family, making you care for them. It's humour, drama and just wonderful storylines will completely addict you.
Excellent that it has been released on dvd, disgrace that there looks like no second series. I will just have to keep watching this and imagine who ends up with who!
Excellent that it has been released on dvd, disgrace that there looks like no second series. I will just have to keep watching this and imagine who ends up with who!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great
Bought as a gift for my wife and she loves it, great production values as always from the BBC and a good price as always on Amazon.
Published 24 days ago by Richardz
Why just 1 series
The BBC has this particularly mindless attitude of cutting off their particularly well made and entertaining series after just one or two seasons. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Konstanze Allsopp
Outstanding
Perfectly cast, true to the post WW1 period, realistic sets, strong plots and scripts - I don't see how this could be improved. It is compelling, gritty, intelligent. Read more
Published 2 months ago by R. Davies
fantastic
cant imagine how i missed this on tv, its a great drama all the characters are believable would definately recommend only wished there had been a series two.
Published 3 months ago by Cat Chaser
Excellent example of family life in 1920s Liverpool.
Cannot remember watching this series when it was first shown in 2007. Perhaps I was put off by the setting and that I was not familiar with
any of the actors playing the... Read more
any of the actors playing the... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Richard Mirfin
Mediocre Period Drama
I am a great fan of period dramas however found this one somewhat disappointing. Firstly know that there are no subtitles whatsoever not even for hard of hearing. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Volvi
Fantastic series
I really enjoyed this series following the trials & tribulations of 3 working class sisters in Liverpool. Read more
Published 6 months ago by N. D. Baines
GERMAN BOX
Came in a German box, and it never said that in the item description. Thats all I'm going to say.
Published 6 months ago by Duncan
LILIES
A marvellous series of life in Liverpool after the first world war.A pity a second series was not done.I loved every minute .There was fun and also sadness but true to life.
Published 8 months ago by Mrs. RJ KING
superb!
I read the other reviews and bought these dvds. I'm glad I did it really is a great series, I loved it. Only thing is I'm now gutted they're not making another series! Read more
Published 8 months ago by Debs
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