Comments on: Elizabeth Gaskell’s Wives and Daughters Saga – A Rare Period Gem

By: Claudia Trent

Claudia Trent — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 03:42:17 +0000

I never thought Mr. Preston was a villain. I thought he was merely a chump who was dumb enough to allow someone like Cynthia use him. She used him, just as she manged to use Molly.

By: Edwina Green

Edwina Green — Tue, 25 Jun 2019 22:05:25 +0000

I Love Wives and Daughters everything is top notch considering it is pretty old now. It’s a period drama classic that I happily indulge in every once in awhile. It is difficult to identify a favourite character, I quite enjoy the gossiping ladies of the town, I find the Aunties rather endearing in their care and affection for Molly aswell.

I really enjoyed this review, liked the discussion and found it wonderfully amusing so will happily subscribe and look forward to reading more 🙂

By: Doris Bond

Doris Bond — Wed, 27 Mar 2019 00:24:38 +0000

This is my most favorite movie. I had to buy it so I can watch it many times-which I have. So many good moral lessons in it. My mom loves it too. Our favorite characters are of course Molly and Roger. Superb acting throughout.

By: Soledad Ferrer

Soledad Ferrer — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 00:33:10 +0000

Oh I loved this series!
I had read the novel before, and this is just the perfect ending for a wonderful story.
There are so many great scenes, one of my favourite though is when Molly and Mr Gibson finally get to spend some time together for the first time after he got married. Molly’s childish reaction is endearing, and Mr. Gibson’s laugh, just wonderful acting.
Since you are a period drama fan, there’s sth I’d like to ask: Why is it that Lady Harriet does not wear those beautiful hair does by the end of the series? Just her hair cut short (looks too modern for my non-expert eyes). I just loved R. Pike in this role and her character’s unusual respect towards Molly, given that she is below her in class.
Thanks!

By: Kirk

Kirk — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 12:01:10 +0000

Great post! And speaking of scene stealers…I must put a good word for my beloved Rosamund Pike. There are two scenes….I believe it was her first or one of her first roles.

By: Hugh Lunn

Hugh Lunn — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 05:44:00 +0000

Lovely review. A magnificent series. I’ve re-watched it at least 10 times. I’m sorry that Justine Waddell hasn’t done more television drama.

By: Naazneen Samsodien

Naazneen Samsodien — Mon, 25 Sep 2017 10:22:00 +0000

In reply to Jessica. Oh excellent! Thrilled you enjoyed it :D

By: Jessica

Jessica — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 22:44:00 +0000

Just drying the tears after watching this gem. Thanks for the review and the recommendation. I really enjoyed it!

By: Table122000

Table122000 — Fri, 22 Sep 2017 03:35:00 +0000

I saw Wives & Daughters years ago when it was on Masterpiece Theater and really enjoyed it. Strong acting performances from a great ensemble cast!

By: Elinor Cackett

Elinor Cackett — Thu, 21 Sep 2017 17:21:00 +0000

I really enjoyed this mini-series. It was nice to see Justine Waddell in something else, since her version of Tess is so captivating.