The Moonstone 1972
The Moonstone
Adaptation of the classic novel. A priceless jewel, originally plundered from a Hindu shrine, is presented to Rachel Verinder on her 18th birthday. The jewel goes missing and suspicion falls over the household, threatening to destroy someone close to Rachel's heart.
Adaptation of the classic novel. A priceless jewel, originally plundered from a Hindu shrine, is presented to Rachel Verinder on her 18th birthday. The jewel goes missing and suspicion falls over the household, threatening to destroy someone close to Rachel's heart.
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Full Cast & Crew... Franklin Blake
... Rachel Verinder
... Godfrey Ablewhite
... Lady Verinder
... Mr. Buff
... John Herncastle
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See All 1 Reviews23 Jun 2021 by Peter McGinn
It was sort of a hoot to see Robin Ellis play a role other than his signature performance as Ross Poldark in another 1970s series. The acting in this version of the Wilkie Collins classic novel felt a bit constrained to me and might have benefited from a bit more passion or emotion. But overall I enjoyed this production of one of the first mystery novels ever written. I haven''t read the book, so I didn't anticipate any of the small plot twists along the way. The final episode seemed to progress faster than the previous episodes had, so if it feels slow moving to you, try to stick with it The dialogue is pretty good and the characters are not two-dimensional, which is an accomplishment when there are so many characters. I don't expect to watch it again, so I would suggest borrowing or renting it rather than buying it. But watch it if you like British costume dramas.
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Release Date:
Jan 01, 1972 (United Kingdom)
Run Time:
3hr 45`
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Original Language:
English
Production Countries:
United Kingdom
Status:
Released

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The Moonstone
It was sort of a hoot to see Robin Ellis play a role other than his signature performance as Ross Poldark in another 1970s series. The acting in this version of the Wilkie Collins classic novel felt a bit constrained to me and might have benefited from a bit more passion or emotion. But overall I enjoyed this production of one of the first mystery novels ever written. I haven''t read the book, so I didn't anticipate any of the small plot twists along the way. The final episode seemed to progress faster than the previous episodes had, so if it feels slow moving to you, try to stick with it The dialogue is pretty good and the characters are not two-dimensional, which is an accomplishment when there are so many characters. I don't expect to watch it again, so I would suggest borrowing or renting it rather than buying it. But watch it if you like British costume dramas.
Cast & Crew of
The Moonstone
Directors & Credit Writers
... Director
Cast
... Franklin Blake
... Rachel Verinder
... Godfrey Ablewhite
... Lady Verinder
... Mr. Buff
... John Herncastle
... Major Frayne
... Baker / Plain Clothes Man
... Treasury Guard
... Mrs. Threadgall
... Charity Ablewhite
... Grace Ablewhite
Produced By
JM
John McRae... Producer