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Based on the 18th century novel by Daniel Defoe, award winning writer Andrew Davis tells the story of the notorious Moll Flanders who survives on seduction, cunning and wit. Five times married, once to her own brother, Moll has had more than her fair share of sexual adventures but when the stock of husbands runs out she turns to a dangerous life of crime. Moll soon becomes Britain’s most wanted criminal.
The mini-series stars Alex Kingston, Daniel Craig and Diana Rigg and is also known as The Fortunes and Misfortunes of Moll Flanders.
Includes: The Making of Moll Flanders (27mins)
The mini-series stars Alex Kingston, Daniel Craig and Diana Rigg and is also known as The Fortunes and Misfortunes of Moll Flanders.
Includes: The Making of Moll Flanders (27mins)
Synopsis
An acclaimed mini-series adaptation of Daniel Defoe's classic tale of Moll Flanders, one of the most experienced heroines in literary history. From her birth in Newgate prison, through her five marriages and her years as a prostitute, Moll's fiery spirit could never be dimmed. Alex Kingston (ER, Sexy Beast) stars as the titular heroine, Daniel Craig (Casino Royale, Layer Cake) and Diana Rigg (The Avengers) co-star.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Having read the book alongside watching, i found this 4 part adaptation to be very accurate. It contains not only many scenes, but also a few select lines from Daniel Defoe's book. There are small parts of the book not included (time and money often being an issue), but to put every part of the book onscreen is sure to make the production much longer and drawn out, which to the average viewer would perhaps become boring. Therefore the four 50 minute episodes were enough to tell the story well.
I couldn't give a review for this mini series without mentioning Alex Kingston, whose outstanding performance as Moll contributes as much to this production as the writing does. For everything the character of Moll does in this book, for some reason I found her quite likeable and for me Alex brings this same likeability to the screen. Top actress!
Other than the four episodes the DVD also contains a 27 minute long "Behind The Scenes" feature, providing a look at costumes & sets and interviews with cast & crew members.
Recommended (particularly to anyone interested in classic literature, history or period drama).
I couldn't give a review for this mini series without mentioning Alex Kingston, whose outstanding performance as Moll contributes as much to this production as the writing does. For everything the character of Moll does in this book, for some reason I found her quite likeable and for me Alex brings this same likeability to the screen. Top actress!
Other than the four episodes the DVD also contains a 27 minute long "Behind The Scenes" feature, providing a look at costumes & sets and interviews with cast & crew members.
Recommended (particularly to anyone interested in classic literature, history or period drama).
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I first watched this series age 11 and remembered the series but not the title. Once i found it (by luck it had JUST been released on dvd) I watched it all the way through, and have done at least 4 times taking an episode at a time. Since then 2 different versions of Moll have been shown on ITV3 - I must've predicted the resurgence!
Good quality, series still as fabulous as I remember, 'Moll' played unforgettably. A 'one off' classic of a series. Must have.
Good quality, series still as fabulous as I remember, 'Moll' played unforgettably. A 'one off' classic of a series. Must have.
24 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
The story follows Moll on her rags to riches to rags to riches again saga. Alex Kingston was an ideal choice for the part, and certainly seemed confident in baring all many times! This is great fun, pacey drama, with Moll as her own story narrator along the way. Watch and enjoy!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
What a story!
Loved it,one of my favourites.Moll Flanders played by Alex Kingston is one womans adventure in 18th century England. Read more
Published 5 months ago by miss marple
Worth watching, but obscures Defoe's message
I did enjoy this adaptation. The 17th Century period is not often portrayed on screen, so it was interesting to see the costumes and manners. Read more
Published 5 months ago by G. M. J. Jones
Moll Flanders
Excellent, raunchy amd extremely funny. Every time I watch this DVD I see and hear more of this hilarious story.
Published 9 months ago by smealyou
Lots of fun, and some real depth
Terrific 4 part television production. Starts as just a light romp,
enjoyable, very well acted by Alex Kingston, but not much more. Read more
enjoyable, very well acted by Alex Kingston, but not much more. Read more
Published 11 months ago by K. Gordon
Lots of fun, and some real depth
Terrific 4 part UK television production. Starts as just a light romp,
enjoyable, very well acted by Alex Kingston, but not much more. Read more
enjoyable, very well acted by Alex Kingston, but not much more. Read more
Published 11 months ago by K. Gordon
Just as good as I remembered it!
I really loved watching this years ago when it was first on TV. I hadn't watched it for years and was a little worried it might have dated, but hurrah, its just as much of a jolly... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Dr. Sarah Jordan
Top Notch Costume Entertainment
Moll Flanders was an ITV production in the mid 1990s at a time when tv costume dramas were very popular in the UK. Read more
Published 14 months ago by MLA
Moll Flanders DVD
The only downflaw from this product is that it didn't come ontime dispite me paying extra for delivery! The condition is excellent and it works perfectly !!
Published 18 months ago by Rebekah
A great series!
I got this DVD as i'm doing the book in my English class at university. It's great! Like in the book, Moll speaks to us directly as well as interacting with the other characters -... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Niki
Wow
Amazing DVD arived in less than 24 hours after ordering. Best service I have had. Thank you
Published on 24 Jan 2010 by Mr. R. J. Chiswell
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