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3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Damian Lewis, Rupert Graves, Gina McKee, Corin Redgrave, Ioan Gruffudd
  • Directors: Christopher Menaul, Dave Moore
  • Writers: Jan McVerry, John Galsworthy, Stephen Mallatratt
  • Producers: Andy Harries, David Boulter, Rebecca Eaton
  • Format: Anamorphic, PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 12
  • Studio: Granada Media
  • DVD Release Date: 13 May 2002
  • Run Time: 450 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0000649HL
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 36,599 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Granada Television's adaptation of The Forsyte Saga achieved the seemingly impossible in Spring 2002, matching the BBC's 35-year-old black-and-white classic version with a richly cast and superbly directed take on John Galsworthy's first two novels. The success of these six 90-minute episodes proved that despite the current emphasis on mini-series and dramas developed around the "hot" actor of the moment, our appetite--and attention span--still craves ensemble pieces which are given the space and time to develop in today’s focus-group-led scheduling. It also demonstrates that nothing generates television gold like a compelling family drama crammed with lust, rape, class conflict and the insuperable power of money.

The Forsyte Saga is nothing if not superior soap opera. It could all have gone horribly wrong, haunted by the spectre of its BBC predecessor--a television legend for anyone over 40. Instead, it succeeds entirely on its own merits with scarcely a weak link; from Stephen Mallatratt's taut and fluid script to David Moore's carefully measured, seamess direction.

Risks were taken to banish the old ghosts, particularly in the casting. In the event, Damian Lewis' repressed Soames and Gina McKee as his ill-matched bride, the enigmatic Irene, are inspired choices delivering complex portraits of unhappy, damaged human beings who deserve our sympathy. In a sea of marvellous cameos and splendid acting, the top honours go to Corin Redgrave and Rupert Graves for their hauntingly sensitive interpretations of Old and Young Jolyon, as well as to Amanda Root's increasingly exasperated Winifred; and Gillian Kearney's sharply intelligent and worldly June. All rounded characters without a weakly written cipher in sight. --Piers Ford



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The Forsyte Saga is ITV's flagship drama for 2002.

The Forsyte Saga is an immense drama of sex, power, and money. It chronicles the lives of three generations of a powerful Victorian family. Superior, arrogant and confident on the surface, beneath the imposing veneer lies a festering core of unhappy and brutal relationships, riddled with jealousies and tensions.

At that heart of the Saga is Soames Forsyte, a rich and successful partner in the family law firm and a staunch upholder of the old moral code. But his fiery, tormented relationship with his beautiful wife Irene upsets his complacency and, as Irene embarks on a passionate affair, the Forsyte Family is cruelly ripped apart in a bitter feud.

A classic of English literature, The Forsyte Saga paints a fascinating picture of early twentieth century London life, charting the progress of a great dynasty from the height of the Victorian era through the turbulent transition into the modern age. The Forsyte Saga is a compelling drama of love, adultery, obsession and deceit, providing an enticing glimpse into a passionate and flamboyant existence.

DVD extras include:
Making Of The Forsyte Saga
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant and Moving Production, 16 Jun 2003
By Anon (Cheshire, UK) - See all my reviews
Having not read John Galsworthy's books or seen the original BBC series of "The Forsyte Saga" as yet, I am unable to make a fair comparison. However, I will say that this series has inspired me to read the novel.... aswell as practice the piano and pronounce my consenants!

This amazing story is (inevitably) historically accurate, and is in my opinion totally believable. The casting seemed to me to be unquestionable and since the majority will fail to read the lengthy saga, I would suggest that entering into the story with an open mind will only allow the audience to enjoy this truly moving story of love and possession the more.

For all those interested in period drama, the DVD/VHS is well worth acquiring!!

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18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Adaptation, Fabulous Score, Superlative Acting, 6 May 2002
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This review is from: The Forsyte Saga [VHS] (VHS Tape)
Ok so this may be a bit excessive, but I have not enjoyed a period drama series more since the BBC version of Pride & Prejudice. The casting is brilliant, the characters are entirely believable and the story line has on more than one occasion moved me to tears. The original score complements the series perfectly, it is wonderful not to here the old hackneyed favourites that tend to accompany period dramas. My only small complaint is that the house at the centre of all the drama, Robin Hill, looks entirely fake. The special effects people didn't quite get it right there. However, this is only a small blot on an otherwise wonderful experience - Enjoy!
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22 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Glossy production but not a patch on the original version, 21 Aug 2002
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This review is from: The Forsyte Saga [VHS] (VHS Tape)
I have read the Forsyte Saga books and have the original black and white series on video. When this new series was announced, I viewed it with a certain amount of trepidation. These fears were realised because this version does not compare very well with the original at all.
In the first instance, the character of Soames does not come across sufficiently as the selfish "man of property" as portrayed by Galsworthy in the first two Forsyte novels and by Eric Porter in the 1967 production. So one ends up wondering what Irene finds so repulsive in him.
Simarly, I did not find the character of Irene as glamorous and enigmatic as that portrayed by the late Nyree Dawn Porter leading us to wonder why he becomes so obsessed with her.

My other main criticism was that the characters did not seem to age that much considering that about 30 years elapses from the start of the series to the end.

For example, it was difficult to believe that Rupert Graves was playing a man who should have been 54 years of age by the end of the series! Soames also did not look like a man in his late 40s.

There were some compensations. Corin Redgrave as old Jolyon gave a genuinely moving performance and the costumes were excellent.

However, all in all I would recommend that anyone interested in the Forsyte Saga should invest in the black and White videos.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Sorry, not up to par with the original
For those how have commented that the new series of The Forsyte Saga has surpasses the old 1967 version obviously have no holding for solid acting capabilities. Read more
Published on 20 Jul 2004 by Jonathan

4.0 out of 5 stars The Forsyte Saga - and they mean Saga!
STARRING: Damian Lewis, Ioan Gruffudd, Rupert Graves, Corin Redgrave, Wendy Craig and Gina McKee.

ITV's The Forsyte Saga is the TV adapted version of John Galsworthy's... Read more

Published on 26 May 2004 by V

1.0 out of 5 stars Technique behind a serie
The series is just plain wonderful. However, I couldn't give more than one star for the simple reason, that the picture quality of the DVD is very poor. Read more
Published on 1 Mar 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Expliotation Tradgedy and Control
The Forsytes. A family that had everything power, money, and influence. At the heart of family is Soames Forsyte (Damien Lewis)a staunch upholder of the old morale code and a rich... Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2004 by man_utd_mad_nikki

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
I have always enjoyed period dramas, such as pride and prejudice. So, i was looking forward to seeing The Forsyte Saga. And i enjoyed it more than i thought i would. Read more
Published on 20 May 2003

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing ITV Production of 'The Forsyte Saga'
I love period dramas and was very eager to see this production, since I have never seen the original BBC one. Read more
Published on 21 Dec 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars A very good remake of a well respected series
The Forsyte saga was so enjoyable to watch, the acting was first class and the musical score was extremely moving. Read more
Published on 7 Jun 2002

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