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20 November 1973 (USA) morePlot Keywords:
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One of the Best Literary Adaptations I've Seen moreCast
(Series Cast Summary - 3 of 84)| Faith Brook | ... | Countess Rostova (2 episodes, 1972) | |
| Anthony Hopkins | ... | Pierre Bezukhov (2 episodes, 1972) | |
| Patricia Shakesby | ... | Vera (2 episodes, 1972) |
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Spain:754 min (DVD edition)Country:
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This exceptionally well-done miniseries easily surpasses both the Vidor and Bondarchuk versions. It makes the most of its nearly 13 hours, featuring many excellent performances, strong cinematography, and a good script. In addition, the director's use of long takes really allows the actors to *interact,* adding to the overall feel of realism.
Hopkins is likeable and believable as the twitchy, self-conscious Pierre. Dobie is excellent as the somewhat distant Andrei -- he succeeds in being handsomely iconic without seeming stupid or wooden. In fact, it's hard to imagine a more effective performance of this role. And Morag Hood is very good as Natasha, once the character ages a bit (it's hard to accept a woman in her late '20s as a 14-year-old).
The writers and actors also avoid the cardboard characterizations of historical figures that so often plague historical fiction; the main adversaries in the "War" -- a self-important Napoleon and the disfigured, forthright General Kutuzov -- are both vividly portrayed.
There are occasional weaknesses, but for the most part, this is a wonderful production.
9/10