- Actors: Maureen Lipman as Joyce Grenfell
- Format: PAL
- Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Number of discs: 1
- Classification: U
- Studio: Metrodome
- DVD Release Date: 21 Jun 2004
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B00021Y8TQ
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 60,218 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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Re: Joyce! is Maureen Lipman’s amusing and affectionate tribute to English comedienne Joyce Grenfell. Star of the English stage and screen, Grenfell’s style of humour was simple and charming but also sophisticated. In this special recording of the stage show, Maureen Lipman guides us through the life and times of Joyce Grenfell. It is not only a salute to the skills of Joyce Grenfell but also to the craft of one of Britain’s finest comediennes – Maureen Lipman. Re: Joyce! includes many of Grenfell’s best-loved songs and sketches including a wicked send-up of the power politics of the Women’s Institute and probably her most famous – The Nursery School. Maureen Lipman’s tribute show ran for six months in London’s West End, opening at the Fortune Theatre before transferring to the Vaudeville.
The Sunday Times
"A little jewel of a show"
"A very funny tribute"
"A showcase for Maureen Lipman’s remarkable talents … a small miracle"
"A very funny tribute"
"A showcase for Maureen Lipman’s remarkable talents … a small miracle"
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
As a long-time aficionado of Joyce Grenfell, I have been eagerly awaiting the release of this DVD. The performance from Maureen Lipman is a perfect tribute to a wonderful lady; somehow Lipman manages to convey not only the tremendous talent (both funny and at times very moving, as evidenced in 'First Flight) of Joyce Grenfell, but also her humanity and spirituality. A 'must' for all Grenfell fans.
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
I was too young to appreciate Miss Grenfell's work while she was alive, but this production brings her back to us again. As her dear husband Reggie said, after seeing the show,
"It was lovely to see Joyce again!"
Maureen Lipman's portrayal is sensitive as well as being original, confirming her as one of our best character actresses. Her talent is so much deeper than comedy. The pathos evoked as we see Joyce's star shine brightly then dance away is astounding. I defy you to remain dry-eyed.
I would recommend this without reservation, if you are a fan of either lady, or you just want good entertainment, well-presented and acted with an ease that shows how much effort Miss Lipman put into her performance.
Maureen, Thanks!
Pete
"It was lovely to see Joyce again!"
Maureen Lipman's portrayal is sensitive as well as being original, confirming her as one of our best character actresses. Her talent is so much deeper than comedy. The pathos evoked as we see Joyce's star shine brightly then dance away is astounding. I defy you to remain dry-eyed.
I would recommend this without reservation, if you are a fan of either lady, or you just want good entertainment, well-presented and acted with an ease that shows how much effort Miss Lipman put into her performance.
Maureen, Thanks!
Pete
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
The wait is over ..... about time that someone released this gem starring the brilliant Maureen Lipman in a tribute about one of our best comediennes of all time.
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