Title: Well done classic adaptation of Dickens
Product review: This is a well done classic adaptation of Dickens' novel, relatively close to the source (especially when compared to so many other abysmally fantastical 'adaptations'...). The only glaring aberration is the very ending - yes, it makes it 'happy', but in doing so it completely distorts Dickens' vision. While it is disappointing, it does not completely invalidate what comes before...Wonderful black and white cinematography - much to keep an eye on here. Some aspects of the film craft and acting are noticeably dated, but these things do not detract fatally.The Criterion transfer to DVD is quite impressive. Very nicely done, with only one or two imperfections - which by the way are imperfections of the 35mm print, and not of the transfer. For a film of this age, it looks wonderful.If this film is important to you, this is the edition to have.
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