This film has a great deal going for it - it looks lovely and contains some wonderfully tender scenes. However, I must confess that I was somewhat disappointed in the portrayal of Lady C. I found her to be weak rather than vulnerable, sometimes silly rather than girlish and sorry to say - less interesting than the male characters. All of this is surprising considering a woman directed the film. It was clear what was intended but ultimately the sensuous awakening in Lawrence's writing did not quite make it off the page.
I so wanted to embrace this film fully. It does have some marvellous moments and the commitment to the essence of the novel was evident - something clearly lacking in many other film versions. It is certainly worth seeing this film but don't expect the same intensity as you find in the novel - it is more of a tribute than a true representation of the original.
I so wanted to embrace this film fully. It does have some marvellous moments and the commitment to the essence of the novel was evident - something clearly lacking in many other film versions. It is certainly worth seeing this film but don't expect the same intensity as you find in the novel - it is more of a tribute than a true representation of the original.