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A four-part BBC mini series based on the novel by Michel Faber, The Crimson Petal and the White is set in Victorian London. At the heart of it is Sugar, a young prostitute on the lookout for a better life. Her path crosses with that of William Rackham, a businessman with no small measure of success, and events soon begin to spiral out of control. Sugar might just have a way out.
Inevitably, the screen adaptation diverges from the exact plot of the book, but the quality of the screenwriting here is genuinely excellent. Added to that, the production values stretch the budget far beyond the norm.
It’s a captivating drama. Spread across four episodes, The Crimson Petal and the White feels like a labour of love for those involved, not least the terrific cast. Headlining here are Romola Garai, brilliant as Sugar, and The I.T. Crowd’s Chris O’Dowd. In supporting roles, you’ll easily spot Richard E. Grant and Gillian Anderson, too.
Overall, it’s a fine piece of work. The story is interesting, the adaptation is strong, and the execution of it very good indeed. And best of all, it shines a light on a terrific piece of literature, that deserves a wider audience. Both the book and TV series are both worth a purchase. --Jon Foster
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 0 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital Stereo ), English ( Subtitles ), WIDESCREEN (1.78:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: 2-DVD Set, Cast/Crew Interview(s), Deleted Scenes, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: If you dare enter this world, you had better tread carefully. Such is the advice of Sugar, the heroine of the hit BBC2 sexually charged thriller, The Crimson Petal and The White. A compelling Victorian tale of revenge, The Crimson Petal & The White tells the story of Sugar, an alluring and intelligent young prostitute. Sugar longs for a better life and when she secures the patronage of successful businessman William Rackham, she begins to hatch a scheme that will free her from her life in the slums. However, as their worlds become more entwined, Sugar's plans set in motion a series of events that will change both their lives forever. It is an engrossing drama with a twist that viewers will want to watch again and again. ...The Crimson Petal & the White - Season 1 - 2-DVD Set ( The Crimson Petal and the White )
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By Kate
Format:DVD
This is a fantastic production and I very much enjoyed watching it, my only quip is that I feel it could have easily been made into a longer series as so much detail from the wonderful book by Michel Faber is completely left out or left unexplained. If you haven't read the book, then you will enthralled with this. If you have read the book you may be slightly disappointed at the lack of some details - but that always the way isn't it! Still very much worth watching - a great job. Do read the book though!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Eddie Nguyen
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
The Crimson Petal and the White [DVD]
This flick is not for the faint hearted. In a polite fashion it really gets down & dirty about English Victorian prostitution & the general sociatial position of many women in those days...the lack of personal power, the forced manipulation to survive, the futile attempt to remain sensitive & sane in a world which ignores &/or completely restricts women, where only the tough & strong women survive by escaping the snares of society by suicide or running far away. This is a marvelously written story with layer upon layer of repeated symbolism. The story evolves thru a dark dank filter...even the sunshine is tainted & does not have the usual golden glow. It will take several viewings to pick up most of the symbolism. Amazing production worth a viewing or 6...
This flick is not for the faint hearted. In a polite fashion it really gets down & dirty about English Victorian prostitution & the general sociatial position of many women in those days...the lack of personal power, the forced manipulation to survive, the futile attempt to remain sensitive & sane in a world which ignores &/or completely restricts women, where only the tough & strong women survive by escaping the snares of society by suicide or running far away. This is a marvelously written story with layer upon layer of repeated symbolism. The story evolves thru a dark dank filter...even the sunshine is tainted & does not have the usual golden glow. It will take several viewings to pick up most of the symbolism. Amazing production worth a viewing or 6...
18 of 21 people found the following review helpful
By D. Berg
Format:DVD
This DVD is a must for all period drama fans. It was brilliantly made and the acting was superb. I started to read the book but got quickly bored with it switching from one character to the next. The DVD was much much better. I always read the customer reviews and base what I buy on them. I can honestly say no one will be disappointed in this excellent production.
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Fantastic
I have read the book which I must say is one of my favourite, but I equally enjoyed the DVD which is unusual for me, because I never think the film is as good.
Published 1 month ago by Diane Consuegra
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Excellent
Wow, I'm rather surprised at the BBC as it says this was shown on telly! It must of been on after 9:00 O'clock as its rather runchie the book even more so. I loved it. Read more
Published 1 month ago by kit
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Absolutely Superb
The novel is unrivalled (well, so I feel!). Delving into its pages is tantermount to indulging in a candlelit glass or three of rich red wine. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Miss A. Stuckey
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good
Loved it but was let down by the rushed ending. Perhaps i will get the book. I didnt think that she wouldve stolen the child as she had no way to support her except by returning to... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Milliemollym
4.0 out of 5 stars
Period detail superb
Rather shocking from the beginning but prostitutes lives in Victorian England are dealt with well in terms of its brutality - so no gilding here or soft lenses. Read more
Published 5 months ago by peewit
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent film although a bit scary at times.
Excellent story and also I believe a great book too, so I've heard. A bit scary/violent in parts and as I've not read the books I'm not sure if was necessary.
Published 5 months ago by soso
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful TV Drama!
I bought this dvd based on one positive review - and am very, very happy that I did.
The story revolves around Sugar; a bitter and unhappy (but exceptionally intelligent)... Read more
The story revolves around Sugar; a bitter and unhappy (but exceptionally intelligent)... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Bill
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Crimson Petal and The White
This was a real good movie. Iliked it very much.That's why i ordered the movie . I watched the movie on encore first.
Published 6 months ago by frosty
2.0 out of 5 stars
what a shame
Well acted and directed, a very intriguing, unconventional (if brutal) story, an extremely touching heroine. There is a lot to said for this Series. Read more
Published 12 months ago by S. Ramsey-Hardy
4.0 out of 5 stars
voyeur's delight
If this film is about Victorian prostitution then 'War and Peace' is about Russia. If the dvd is anything to go by the 984-page novel should have been a short story. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Good book
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