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This 13 disc release contains: The Singing Detective (BBCDVD1222); Pennies From Heaven (BBCDVD1214); Casanova (BBCDVD1446); Brimstone & Treacle (BBCDVD1412); Vote Vote Vote For Nigel Barton/Stand Up Nigel Barton (BBCDVD1673); Blue Remembered Hills (BBCDVD1672) and Mayor Of Casterbridge (BBCDVD1674)
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111 of 112 people found the following review helpful
By Zippo
Format:DVD
This 13 DVD collection of Potters best work is great. Sure, I miss "Lipstick on your collar", "Cold Lazarus" and "Karaoke", but, although good, they aren't Essential Potter. The image and sound quality are good, but this is TV material, and some of it old... (you can't show off your plasma screen with it). There aren't much in the way of extras (a few commentaries, and some archive material), but if you want quality television (writing, acting, directing - all of it), that is entertaining yet meaningful, and that will stay in your mind for a long time, I can think of no better collection.
Blue Remembered Hills 1 DVD (71 min)
Brimstone and Treacle 1 DVD (72 min, + "Did you see?" 1987)
Stand up, Nigel Barton & Vote, vote, vote, for Nigel Barton 1 DVD (148 min)
Casanova 2 DVDs (3 episodes, 320 min)
The Mayor of Casterbridge 2 DVDs (6 episodes, 349 min)
Pennies from Heaven 3 DVDs (6 episodes, 477 min, + commentary on 2, photo gallery)
The Singing detective 3 DVDs (6 episodes, 392 min, + commentaries, "Close up: Dennis Potter", "Arena: Dennis Potter")
Blue Remembered Hills 1 DVD (71 min)
Brimstone and Treacle 1 DVD (72 min, + "Did you see?" 1987)
Stand up, Nigel Barton & Vote, vote, vote, for Nigel Barton 1 DVD (148 min)
Casanova 2 DVDs (3 episodes, 320 min)
The Mayor of Casterbridge 2 DVDs (6 episodes, 349 min)
Pennies from Heaven 3 DVDs (6 episodes, 477 min, + commentary on 2, photo gallery)
The Singing detective 3 DVDs (6 episodes, 392 min, + commentaries, "Close up: Dennis Potter", "Arena: Dennis Potter")
29 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I'd not hestitate to recommend this item. I've long regarded Dennis Potter as being the greatest T.V. writer of them all and this DVD collection shows why. In fact, I only wished all his plays were available, though I do also have on DVD the great 'Lipstick On Your Collar'.
In my opinion, he made T.V. become as powerful a medium as the film can be, in terms of challenging the viewer and examining the deepest and most siginificant ideas and issues that human beings can face in life.
In my opinion, he made T.V. become as powerful a medium as the film can be, in terms of challenging the viewer and examining the deepest and most siginificant ideas and issues that human beings can face in life.
82 of 84 people found the following review helpful
By P. Hanson
Format:DVD
I was almost put off buying this box set after seeing it only had an Average Customer Review of 3 stars. I assumed there must be a fault with the picture or sound quality or something along those lines. Then I noticed two of the "reviewers" have rated it only one star for reasons that are trivial to say the least. One star is an absolute insult to this great man's legacy.
So I am writing this in an attempt to get the Average Customer Review increased and give Dennis Potter the credit he deserves. I urge other like-minded people to do the same.
Dennis Potter was quite simply one of the greatest television writers Britain has ever produced - and this box set does the man justice. His work was constantly original, thought provoking and cutting edge. Even those who did not like Potter's edgy, sometimes controversial dramas must nevertheless agree that British television has become a far less interesting place since his death.
And if anyone from the BBC is reading this - may I suggest releasing an Essentail Alan Clarke box set in the very near future.
So I am writing this in an attempt to get the Average Customer Review increased and give Dennis Potter the credit he deserves. I urge other like-minded people to do the same.
Dennis Potter was quite simply one of the greatest television writers Britain has ever produced - and this box set does the man justice. His work was constantly original, thought provoking and cutting edge. Even those who did not like Potter's edgy, sometimes controversial dramas must nevertheless agree that British television has become a far less interesting place since his death.
And if anyone from the BBC is reading this - may I suggest releasing an Essentail Alan Clarke box set in the very near future.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dennis Potter
this was a great buy, I've always loved this man's work , I recommend it, hours of great viewing, A great lost tallent.
Published 3 months ago by John Butler
3.0 out of 5 stars
A mixed bag
Casanova with Frank Finlay is dire, but Pennies from Heaven and most of the rest in the box set are great. Read more
Published 6 months ago by van de erekes
5.0 out of 5 stars
Glad all over
Cheap at twice the price - an absolutely terrific collection of Mr. Potter's work. Sure it was delivered promptly, it's nicely presented and even the really old stuff is reasonably... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Hugh Maloney
4.0 out of 5 stars
Got to see some shows that will never be shown in the US.
Well, so far, I have experienced Blue Remembered Hills and the two Nigel Barton shows. While they can't compare with The Singing Detective (nothing can), I have seen them. Read more
Published on 21 Nov 2010 by Bookzzz
5.0 out of 5 stars
Theatrical allegory.
An allegory on the tragedy of the human condition. DP reflects back to us in metaphorical terms the state of our society. This writer is the Shakespeare of modern times. Read more
Published on 16 Mar 2010 by Robert Park
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dennis Potter - genius
I do not own this collection, but it is now on my wish list. Dennis Potter is truly a genius. After having watched "The Singing Detective" I knew it was the best television I have... Read more
Published on 14 Aug 2009 by G. Beyer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Potter in heaven
The Essential Dennis Potter [DVD]
One of our great TV dramatists.
Look and learn.
One of our great TV dramatists.
Look and learn.
Published on 1 Jun 2009 by Steve Punter
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