A 19th century soap opera of splendid proportions. A story of a father remarrying for the sake of his daughter. The complications begin. A new step mother, a step sister and a selfish governess, the story unfolds. Elizabeth Gaskells unfinished novel adapted to a satisfying and beautiful series. Cast includes Michael Gambon, Francesa Annis and Ian Carmichael.
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ACMI Identifier
314578
Language
English
Audience classification
PG
Subject categories
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Mothers and daughters
Literature → English literature - Film and video adaptations
Television → Television programs
Television → Television programs → Television programs - Great Britain
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)