Charles Dickens Collection 2

Charles Dickens Collection 2 - Dvd Boxset

Four BBC adaptations of Charles Dickens's novels are brought together in this collection. Included here are such timeless works as THE PICKWICK PAPERS, starring Nigel Stock and Alan Parnaby; DOMBEY AND SON, starring Julian Glover and Lysette Anthony; DAVID COPPERFIELD, starring Nicholas Lyndhurst, Bob Hoskins, and Maggie Smith; and THE OLD CURIOSITY SHOP, starring Natalie Ogle and Sebastian Shaw.

Charles Dickens Collection, Vol. 2 (Full Frame)

This collection includes four "Charles Dickens" masterpieces in 18 hours of classic television. The brilliant comedy and sinister misfortune of Victorian London's streets come to life in these original productions from the BBC, remastered for DVD Collection includes: "The Pickwick Papers" - A hilarious masterpiece about Samuel Pickwick, a retired businessman who is determined that after a quiet life of enterprise the time has come to set off on an unforgettable excursion accompanied by his three friends. The four ramblers travel through the English countryside seeking all forms of adventure and getting into trouble wherever possible. "Dombey And Son" - Foolish pride and self-importance come to light in this classic Dickens tale. Mr. Dombey, a successful merchant, is desperate for a son to carry on the family business. He is delighted when long-awaited successor arrives but only misfortune follows, leaving Dombey alone in the world. David Copperfield" - Dickens's most autobiographical book, "David Copperfield" tells the moving story of one man's journey from birth to maturity. David navigates through a life fraught with hardships and challenges, unexpected joy and love, striving always to be the hero of his own story. "The Old Curiosity Shop" - This riveting story of a beautiful young girl names Nell who lives with her loving grandfather in his shop of curiosities. With danger lurking, Nell's grandfather is desperate to provide a better life for his sweet granddaughter, eventually gambling away what little savings they had. Dickens' Favorite Child: A behind the scenes look at the creation of David Copperfield, As audience with Charles Dickens: The Trial From Pickwick - In this 30-minute film, Simon Callow reads from the breach of promise court scene. .