
Bleak House (2005, BBC)
Book/Author: Bleak House by Charles Dickens
Summary: The heart of the story is centered on three young orphans, two who are potential heirs to a family fortune that is tied up in a complicated and infamous legal battle known as Jarndyce and Jarndyce. The third orphan, Esther, is a friend and companion who is more involved on the case than she realizes. As can be expected in a Dicken's story there are numerous colorful and bizarre characters that accompany this tale of mystery and suspense. (For more details see the reviews at Amazon.com or visit Masterpiece Theatre.)
Comments: We missed Bleak House when it was on Masterpiece Theatre so we had to rent it on Netflix. After watching the first disc, I was so hooked I could not wait another day for the second disc. I bought my own copy and haven't regretted it one bit! You have to pay close attention to the plot and characters but if this type of movie is to your liking, I'm guarantee you will love Bleak House!
Andrew 