Comments on: The Inheritance (1997) – Adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s First Novel

By: Amber Topping

Amber Topping — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 18:10:21 +0000

In reply to Cindy. No. It is based on a fictional novel from Louisa May Alcott. :)

By: Cindy

Cindy — Sat, 04 Nov 2023 04:47:52 +0000

Was this based on a true story?

By: Samantha

Samantha — Tue, 29 Nov 2022 03:09:57 +0000

I accidentally discovered this jewel of a movie last night on YouTube, and WOW! It is so hard to find movies that are engaging, romantic, fun, and just plain timeless! It is a very elegant time period but SO easy to exaggerate or underwhelm. I, for one, love the “dated” nature of the film. It brought me back to the 1980 series version of Pride and Prejudice, or the 1996 version of Emma. It is now on my mental “favorites” list (one of only about 6 others).

Movies like this are hard to find… Do you know others like this? I would be deeply grateful for the recommendations. Jesus loves you!!

By: Amber Topping

Amber Topping — Sun, 16 Oct 2022 14:47:27 +0000

In reply to S. H.. Dated means old-fashioned. Relating to film and television, dated means that it doesn't look as modern as newer movies and television. So, the coloring, the effects, the music, etc., won't look like or have the quality of a newer production. This is most common with television, as many classic movies are timeless and artistic. But sometimes, you can watch an old show and recognize that it has a dated look or feel to it.

By: S. H.

S. H. — Sat, 08 Oct 2022 07:04:45 +0000

Can you elaborate on what you mean by “dated “? I’ve seen that term applied often, by reviewers to films made in the past but I don’t understand what is meant by it. Thanks!

By: Amber Topping

Amber Topping — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 17:45:40 +0000

In reply to Abi DyQues. Thanks, Abi! It's such a sweet little-known movie!

By: Abi DyQues

Abi DyQues — Sat, 08 Jan 2022 22:27:46 +0000

So… tender and exquisite I just found it …. On ROKU ! I’ve never heard of it …LOVED LOVED IT . I am a 73 years young Black, Spanish and Italian lady.,I was raised by an auntie and uncle who adopted me in 1948 . Kudos to your site Abi

By: Rissi

Rissi — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 23:57:00 +0000

In reply to Jackie C.

Aww! What fun memories. I’ve read this, but haven’t ever read “Little Women.” I know I should, especially as I adore the film adaptation.

I adore the scenes with Edith and James. They’re fabulous, and that ending? So perfect. Makes you feel as if she’s going to let him go – and me want to shout, “NOOOO!” Glad that’s not how it ends.

Also, I fangirl over the Darcy “rain scene” EVERY SINGLE TIME. That scene is so well directed/written/acted. 🙂

By: Jackie C

Jackie C — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 23:14:00 +0000

Rissi, yes, it brought back fond memories of reading Louisa – I read Little Women five times at age 10, and always cried when Beth died. My mother caught me once, and asked why do you read it if it makes you cry?

I had tears in my eyes when Edith and James finally got together, somewhat like the coming together of Eliza Bennet and Macfadyen’s Mr. Darcy in the rain.

By: Rissi

Rissi — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 20:29:00 +0000

In reply to Jackie C.

Glad you enjoyed this one, Jackie. Because I love this story so much, I’d love to see ITV or BBC update it. The cast is fabulous (it’s fun to see Gibson in contrast to his role in “Criminal Minds”) as are the costumes, I agree. The ball scene in particular is beautiful. 🙂

I’ve edited the error. Thanks for mentioning it.