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North And South - BBC Reviews

2004

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Adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's novel. Margaret Hale, a southerner, has newly moved to the industrial town of Milton. When the workers of a cotton mill strike, Margaret immediately takes their side, already displaying a strong dislike for the mill's owner, John Thornton. As the conflict between Margaret and Thornton .. Read more

Starring	Daniela Denby-Ashe, Richard Armitage, Sinead Cusack
Director	Brian Percival
Genres	Drama, Television

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  Truly Wonderful
  
  After seeing the first episode on TV i was instantly hooked. The weeks could not go by fast enough, and even after seeing the final episode i just had to read ... read more »
  
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  - 03 Feb 2005 at 15:17
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  Boring
  
  Slow and visually dull. Gave up in episode 2.
  
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  - Hillingdon, England
  - 15 May 2012 at 13:24
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  North & South
  
  Initially recommended by my sister - therefore assumed I would hate it as we never like the same films. I also thought she meant the American North & South ... read more »
  
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- - PAP1706
  - 4 reviews
  - 05 Jan 2012 at 13:58
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  Smouldering Winner!
  
  This period drama is a winner! It does the traditional woman hates man but comes to see his true virtues as the series progresses...as do the viewers. And many ... read more »
  
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- - BeckyJo
  - 14 reviews
  - 29 Aug 2011 at 17:21
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  Fantastic series recommended to all
  
  absolutely brilliant. This is gripping from beginning to end and forget Mr Darcy, Richard Armitage is superb in the role of the mill owner.
  
  The ... read more »
  
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  - Carolerosa
  - 9 reviews
  - Yorkshire
  - 05 Nov 2010 at 10:44
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  nailed it
  
  This really puts Richard Armitage on the map as a leading man. He adds the gravitas and skill to pull off this demanding role and makes it his own. He really ... read more »
  
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- - Afilmbuff
  - 69 reviews
  - London
  - 13 Oct 2010 at 10:42
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  North and South
  
  Move over Mr Darcey, Richard Armitage's John Thornton wins hands down! Would highly recommend this sumptuous cosume drama, with just the right amount of ... read more »
  
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- - Supersuz
  - 1 review
  - Bolton
  - 15 Jun 2010 at 22:19
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  Fantastic viewing
  
  A brilliant adaptation to rival Pride and Predjudice. Excellent acting all round, Richard Armitage was amazing (and utterly gorgeous!). Watched all episodes ... read more »
  
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- - Amyb
  - 4 reviews
  - Wiltshire
  - 06 Jun 2010 at 01:05
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  North and South
  
  I had quite forgotten that I had seen this on TV. However it was still every bit as enjoyable and I can't wait to receive Disc 2 to find out what happens ... read more »
  
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  - Musselburgh
  - 13 Feb 2010 at 15:16
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  What you want from period drama.
  
  I saw the first half not having read the book, and it was so good I read the book whilst the second half was in the post. So I can tell you that it's ... read more »
  
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- - CEQuinney
  - 1 review
  - Stratford Upon Avon
  - 12 Jan 2010 at 17:43
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  Incredibly Dull.
  
  I love period drama, but this is dull, badly acted, and a plot that makes watching paint dry seem fasinating.
  
  My regret is that disc 2 two was sent ... read more »
  
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- - JamesHall
  - 14 reviews
  - Brighton
  - 31 Dec 2009 at 15:25
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  Truly Wonderful
  
  After seeing the first episode on TV i was instantly hooked. The weeks could not go by fast enough, and even after seeing the final episode i just had to read ... read more »
  
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  - Durham, England
  - 03 Feb 2005 at 15:17
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  Brilliant
  
  What a great actor Richard Armitage is, he gave great credince to his role as John Thornton. Hope to see him in more roles in the future.
  
  The passion... read more »
  
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- - Cath Allan
  - Edinburgh
  - 20 Apr 2005 at 12:17
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  Enjoyable and slightly unusual adaption
  
  This costume drama is a little more unusual than most, as it doesn't deal with the rich nobility. It deals with the burgoning love affair between a soft ... read more »
  
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- - Darth Egregious
  - London
  - 10 Jul 2005 at 21:15
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  Loved it! Absolutely wonderful!
  
  I thought Pride and Prejudice was the best but 'North and south' makes Pride and Prejudice appear trivial in comparison. It is a beautiful story built ... read more »
  
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  - Surrey, England
  - 27 Oct 2006 at 12:11
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  Better than Pride and Prejudice
  
  and I never thought I would say that.
  
  Truly one of the best adaptations I have ever seen and the only one that I have just watched twice over.
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- - hairymonster
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  - 16 Sep 2007 at 17:31
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  Passion/Tension
  
  I loved this film, it draws out the story so slowly and superbly, just like a manicured lawn, every detail taken care off. You realise the attraction from part... read more »
  
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- - Deborah Woodings
  - Derbyshire, England
  - 04 Mar 2006 at 14:19
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  Like Pride and Prejudice? You'll love this!!
  
  The BBC have done it again with another sumptuous adaption of a famous 19th century novel.
  
  Gaskell's North and South has been described as '... read more »
  
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- - RenUk
  - Suffolk
  - 26 Jun 2005 at 16:21
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  Excellent period drama!
  
  This series really brings to life the differences in social status of that time and its consequences. The acting was very good by all. We loved this adaptation ... read more »
  
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  - Hull, England
  - 01 Nov 2006 at 16:11
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  Wonderful!
  
  A beautiful story adapted so well for TV. Richard Armitage and Daniella Denby-Ashe portray their respective characters with skill and passion. An excellent ... read more »
  
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  - West Yorkshire
  - 04 Jan 2007 at 11:25
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  Fantastic
  
  Quite possibly one of the best period dramas i have ever seen. Rent it . You wont be dissappointed. The acting was superb.
  
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  - Sheffield, England
  - 18 Mar 2007 at 21:58

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- North And South - BBC
  
  Adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's novel. Margaret Hale, a southerner, has newly moved to the industrial town of Milton. When the workers of a cotton mill strike, Margaret immediately takes their side, already displaying a strong dislike for the mill's owner, John Thornton. As the conflict between ...