The Thorn Birds - The Complete Miniseries [VHS]
starring: Richard Chamberlain, Rachel Ward, Barbara Stanwyck, Christopher Plummer, Jean Simmons
directed by: Daryl Duke
directed by: Daryl Duke
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The second most-watched miniseries (after Roots) of all time, The Thorn Birds was originally broadcast in 1983 and captivated viewers with its story of a lifelong conflict between the spirit and the flesh. Adapted from the bestselling novel by Colleen McCullough, the production starsRichard Chamberlain as a Catholic priest named Ralph de Bricassart, whoselife in Australia between 1920 and 1962 is one long torment as he pines for his lover, Meggie Carson (Rachel Ward), while seeking advancement in hisclergyman career. The passion and the guilt make for compelling drama, but a stellar cast of supporting players adds muscle to the proceedings: BarbaraStanwyck (who won an Emmy for her work as Meggie's tough grandmother), Jean Simmons, Richard Kiley, Christopher Plummer, Bryan Brown, and MareWinningham. Chamberlain, who was something of the king of the miniseriesform at the time, is very good in the lead, as is the often-underrated Ward. Their affair is indeed irresistible to watch, which proves to be true, too, of the story's thick weave of church politics, forbidden desire, socialchange over decades, and family secrets. --Tom Keogh
The second most-watched miniseries (after Roots) of all time, The Thorn Birds was originally broadcast in 1983 and captivated viewers with its story of a lifelong conflict between the spirit and the flesh. Adapted from the bestselling novel by Colleen McCullough, the production starsRichard Chamberlain as a Catholic priest named Ralph de Bricassart, whoselife in Australia between 1920 and 1962 is one long torment as he pines for his lover, Meggie Carson (Rachel Ward), while seeking advancement in hisclergyman career. The passion and the guilt make for compelling drama, but a stellar cast of supporting players adds muscle to the proceedings: BarbaraStanwyck (who won an Emmy for her work as Meggie's tough grandmother), Jean Simmons, Richard Kiley, Christopher Plummer, Bryan Brown, and MareWinningham. Chamberlain, who was something of the king of the miniseriesform at the time, is very good in the lead, as is the often-underrated Ward. Their affair is indeed irresistible to watch, which proves to be true, too, of the story's thick weave of church politics, forbidden desire, socialchange over decades, and family secrets. --Tom Keogh
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- Very Happy
Product arrived quickly and was in good shape.Only thing was the DVD box was bent but not a big deal to me and could have happened in shipping.The discs were in good shape.Thank you for everything.
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- I've always been a sucker for unrequited love.
This has got to be one of my all time favorite movies (and books!).To say they did a fabulous job making this movie is an understatement.It's a beautiful, touching, timeless masterpiece. They could'nt have cast Richard Chamberlain in a more perfect roll. I feel it's his best work. I fell madly in love with him when I first watched the mini series on TV. He's just about the most beautiful man I have ever laid eyes on. I recently bought my own copy and watched it again and it did not fail to affect ... Read More
Rating: - The Best Mini Series Ever!!
I watched this when it first aired in 1983.I was 19.I loved it then and I love it now.Years after it first aired I purchased a 4 VHS tape collection.I'm not usually a reader of romance novels, nor a mini series watcher, but this was epic.I have lost count of how many times I've watched it, but I simply love it and will forever.It was beautifully done and no one does soundtracks like Henry Mancini.I highly recommend it.
Rating: - A Wonderful Mini-series!
I love this mini-series!One of the best ever!I could watch this movie over and over, and I will!
Rating: - My favorite movie.
The Thorn Birds movie has been my favorite movie since I was a very young girl.It illustrates how strong love can be and the pain that this love can bring.It also shows the irony of life and the things one can and cannot change.I love this movie and can watch it over and over and it still can bring tears to my eyes.I even named my home based business after this movie.It is wonderful that I finally added this movie to my private collection.
- Very HappyProduct arrived quickly and was in good shape.Only thing was the DVD box was bent but not a big deal to me and could have happened in shipping.The discs were in good shape.Thank you for everything.
- I've always been a sucker for unrequited love.This has got to be one of my all time favorite movies (and books!).To say they did a fabulous job making this movie is an understatement.It's a beautiful, touching, timeless masterpiece. They could'nt have cast Richard Chamberlain in a more perfect roll. I feel it's his best work. I fell madly in love with him when I first watched the mini series on TV. He's just about the most beautiful man I have ever laid eyes on. I recently bought my own copy and watched it again and it did not fail to affect ... Read More
- The Best Mini Series Ever!!I watched this when it first aired in 1983.I was 19.I loved it then and I love it now.Years after it first aired I purchased a 4 VHS tape collection.I'm not usually a reader of romance novels, nor a mini series watcher, but this was epic.I have lost count of how many times I've watched it, but I simply love it and will forever.It was beautifully done and no one does soundtracks like Henry Mancini.I highly recommend it.
- A Wonderful Mini-series!I love this mini-series!One of the best ever!I could watch this movie over and over, and I will!
- My favorite movie.The Thorn Birds movie has been my favorite movie since I was a very young girl.It illustrates how strong love can be and the pain that this love can bring.It also shows the irony of life and the things one can and cannot change.I love this movie and can watch it over and over and it still can bring tears to my eyes.I even named my home based business after this movie.It is wonderful that I finally added this movie to my private collection.
