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DVD recommendation
May. 11th, 2011 11:01 amEvery once in a while, I rent something that I love so much I want to own it. (In addition to movies that I see in a theater.) The last time this happened, it was William and Mary, which I've re-watched a couple of times, deriving even more pleasure from it each time. (In case you haven't seen it, it's a BBC series with Martin Clunes about an undertaker and a midwife.)
Today's jewel is The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, based closely on the novels by Alexander McCall Smith.
I often prefer novels to film adaptations, but in this case hearing the words -- pacing, vocal intonation, body language -- added tremendously to the story. The acting and direction are first-rate, and the world is one I want to linger in. And it's wonderful to see people of all sizes and skin tones portrayed so lovingly.
I'd love to sit in the shade and sip bush tea with my dear friends. It says "complete first season." Is there more, please?
Today's jewel is The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, based closely on the novels by Alexander McCall Smith.
I often prefer novels to film adaptations, but in this case hearing the words -- pacing, vocal intonation, body language -- added tremendously to the story. The acting and direction are first-rate, and the world is one I want to linger in. And it's wonderful to see people of all sizes and skin tones portrayed so lovingly. I'd love to sit in the shade and sip bush tea with my dear friends. It says "complete first season." Is there more, please?
