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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: Unrated
Binding: DVD
EAN: 9781593755256
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
ISBN: 1593755252
Label: WGBH BOSTON
Manufacturer: WGBH BOSTON
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: WGBH BOSTON
Region Code: 1
Release Date: November 01, 2005
Running Time: 120 minutes
Sales Rank: 12262
Studio: WGBH BOSTON
Theatrical Release Date: November 02, 1997
Editorial Review:
Description:
Greg Wise (Sense and Sensibility) and Keeley Hawes (Karaoke) star in this sumptuous adaptation of Wilkie Collins' classic mystery, the first detective novel ever written.
The Moonstone, a sacred Hindu diamond was stolen from the head of the Moon God, in its shrine by John Herncastle in 1799. The stone is said to be cursed if it is removed from the shrine.
In 1846, Herncastle visits his ister to wish his niece, Rachel, a happy birthday. His sister refuses to see him, and he vows that he will always remember his niece's birthday- a vow which later takes on sinister undertones.
Two years later, just before Rachel's birthday, a man named Franklin Blake announces to Rachel that the Moonstone has been bequeathed to her by Herncastle. Blake gives her the jewel on her birthday and offers to mount the jewel for her, in order that she might wear it. Inevitably, the jewel is found missing the next morning and Rachel believes Blake stole it. Determined to prove his innocence, Blake leaves in order to pursue the real truth behind the theft.
Amazon.com:
One of the best mystery tales of all time, The Moonstone, based on Wilkie Collins' 1868 novel, is the story of a stolen Hindu diamond that makes its way into the care of Franklin Blake (Greg Wise of Sense and Sensibility). Acting as executor of the estate of the late Colonel John Herncastle (Terrence Hardiman), Franklin is obliged to deliver the diamond, called the Moonstone, to Herncastle's niece, Rachel Verinder (Keeley Hawes of Tipping the Velvet). The two fall in love, but after the disappearance of the Moonstone, Rachel refuses to speak to Franklin or anyone else, and rebuffs an investigation by a renowned detective (Antony Sher), who suspects Rachel herself is involved with the apparent theft. The long trail to the truth is endlessly surprising, requiring the participation of a number of fascinating characters who each contribute something to the solution. A handsome production directed by Robert Bierman (Vampire's Kiss), The Moonstone is most entertaining whenever Sher is on screen, humming incessantly, prattling on about roses, and sharing scenes with such estimable supporting players as Patricia Hodge (Betrayal) and Peter Vaughan (The Remains of the Day). --Tom Keogh
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Fun light movie
Rainy day movie. Simple plot that makes you feel like you are reading a romance novel. I guess I would classify this as a beach read except it is a movie. Not to complicated, but enjoyable.
Rating: - Decent but not spectacular
Having just read the book, I found the movie somewhat tedious. The movie cuts a lot out but moves at a faster pace than the novel, which is overall a good move though at times I think it loses something in the editing. Not a lot of substance to it, but it's okay. If you've never read the book, it might be confusing or perhaps just more interesting because you don't know how it will end. Overall, it's a good movie but probably not one I'll watch again and again. I'd suggest renting it rather than ... Read More
Rating:  - Don't Accept Stolen Diamonds with Curses on Them!
The moral of the story is certainly one difficult to argue, and this film adaptation of Wilkie Collins' book is fantastic with lush filming, beautiful homes, excellent acting and an intriguing plot. English aristocracy was known for "correct" behavior at all times. One's reputation was of utmost importance. Damage to one's reputation could ruin one's life and worse-- this is the foundation of the unlikely but entertaining mystery that is at the center of The Moonstone.
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Rating: - The Moonstone
Enjoyable. As this was made about ten years ago it is interesting to see Greg Wise and Keely Hawes together early in their careers. Excellent British cast.
Rating: - Kind of mediocre.
I was disappointed in this piece. I was hoping for a romantic period piece that I could watch on rainy days, but that's not what I got. It's a early rough-edged mystery, with some cringe-worth detective sluthing. It's does have a wonderful cast, with some recognizable faces who do a fairly good job.
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