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Set in the 1920s this stunning drama tells the story of two sisters, Beatrice and Evangeline Eliott who find themselves penniless when their wealthy, philandering father dies. Unable to rely on their inheritance as they had planned they go into the dressmaking business and soon The House of Eliott is the smartest, most prestigious establishment in London. Family scandals, business rivalries, dramatic love affairs, The House of Eliott is a rich tapestry of the times unfurling over twelve rich and irresistible episodes.
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The First series of the House of Elliot spends roughly half of it's 12 episode run establishing the principle characters and their journey towards establishing The House of Elliot. Stella Gonet is particularly good in the role of older sister Beatrice, it is a pity that her tv appearances post Elliot have been few and far between.Louise Lombard on the other hand went from strength to strength in the UK and left for America to increase her profile. This may have been a mistake as she went from being a big fish in a little pond to a little fish in a big pond, a second string semi-regular role in a couple of seasons of CSI notwithstanding, she is still far from getting a-list recognition.
Back to the series, created by Eileen Atkins & Jean Marsh whose earlier creation Upstairs Downstairs needs no introduction, is very well made and
the serial format of the series keeps you coming back for more.
The only downside on this release would be the mastering and general presentation of the discs by the dutch company Memphis Belle. The episodes have a number of glitches, the menu system is a little strange and the four disc box is ugly and clunky, but the latter two quibbles are minor. The mastering is not Memphis Belle's fault as I borrowed a friends set of the series made by Acorn and the same faults appear.
I am sure that had BBC released it's own series, the faults would have been rectified by BBC resources prior to release. That is the price one pays for buying licensed product, but at least the licencees are prepared
to release the product that the BBC presumably feels there is no market for.In conclusion, if you are a fan of good period drama or just interested in nostalgia, I can recommend this series.
Back to the series, created by Eileen Atkins & Jean Marsh whose earlier creation Upstairs Downstairs needs no introduction, is very well made and
the serial format of the series keeps you coming back for more.
The only downside on this release would be the mastering and general presentation of the discs by the dutch company Memphis Belle. The episodes have a number of glitches, the menu system is a little strange and the four disc box is ugly and clunky, but the latter two quibbles are minor. The mastering is not Memphis Belle's fault as I borrowed a friends set of the series made by Acorn and the same faults appear.
I am sure that had BBC released it's own series, the faults would have been rectified by BBC resources prior to release. That is the price one pays for buying licensed product, but at least the licencees are prepared
to release the product that the BBC presumably feels there is no market for.In conclusion, if you are a fan of good period drama or just interested in nostalgia, I can recommend this series.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Badwolf
Format:DVD
This was the BBC's most lavish and expensive costume drama, and it shows, the House of Elliot was a brilliant drama, where the Main characters were 2 sisters Beatrice and Evangaline Elliot, as they fight to become fashion designers, in their own right, in a business world still dominated by men.
This covers the first 12 epsiodes, as they sisters are left almost pennyless, they struggle to make clothes, as both take jobs, a photographer Jake madoox helps them realise their dreams to become a fashion house, the sisters take on the challenge to complete their first ever collection, but plagurism is reported and the eliotts world is rocked.
This covers the first 12 epsiodes, as they sisters are left almost pennyless, they struggle to make clothes, as both take jobs, a photographer Jake madoox helps them realise their dreams to become a fashion house, the sisters take on the challenge to complete their first ever collection, but plagurism is reported and the eliotts world is rocked.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Old Harveian
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This Dutch version is as described and the Dutch subtitles can be turned off. Nostalgic viewing as I worked on it!
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wish they had continued after the later series
wish they had continued after the later series as it seems unfinished how it ended. Can someone update it and finish the series properly.
Published 2 months ago by ann l
4.0 out of 5 stars
House of Eliott
Not my type of storyline, but mother in law loved it! That in itself tells a story. I've run out of words to say other than the quality was excellent.
Published 2 months ago by A. Scott
3.0 out of 5 stars
I didn't expect it to have sub-titles
The product took a week to arrive not it's stated 3-5 days. I was a little disappointed to find that there were sub-titles at the bottom, but the fact that it is English audio you... Read more
Published 2 months ago by MRS CAROLINE RUSSON
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House of Elliot
Not so goodas I bought this for my 90 year old Father and needed the subtitles. But unfortunately these are in Dutch only. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mr. S. C. Mealey
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House of Elliott complete season 1
I love House of Elliott, having seen it on tv really enjoyed it. I bought this to catch up with the earlier episodes and I was very happy I did thoroughly enjoyable, viewing highly... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Thelma L. Workman
5.0 out of 5 stars
This series is a must see ...
Being from Bristol I am biased towards this programme and I really think that this show is amazing. It follows the journey of two newly orphaned sisters in the 1920's, Bea (Stella... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Esther
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another classic BBC production
If anyone is interested in how far television has sunk over the past 10 years or so take a peek at the House of Eliott. Read more
Published 13 months ago by M. W. Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great buy
It is many years since I saw and enjoyed The House of Elliott series, so thought I might be disappointed with a re-run--- but no, this dvd did not disappoint! Read more
Published 14 months ago by A. Burrows
3.0 out of 5 stars
twenties
It was great to see this series again. The quality was fine but could have been more english writing on the cover. More navigation would have been good too.
Published 19 months ago by Flash G
5.0 out of 5 stars
FABULOUS SERIES
This series is a must for anyone who likes costume drama, the 1920s, and a great story! Two determined women trying to make their business work in the 1920s, not an easy task.
Published 19 months ago by BMD
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