Who knew Dickens could be funny?
Film critic Jason Evans is giving you all you need to know
about movies in exactly 100 words. Here is his 100-word-review of The Personal
History of David Copperfield.
The Premise: Based on the classic Charles Dickens story
(which is at least partly autobiographical), The Personal History of David Copperfield
shows the difficult life of David (played as an adult by Dev Patel) from birth
to adulthood. Set in the mid-1800s, David desperately wants to become a
gentleman and writer, but his path is continually blocked as he is shifted from
one troubled home to another. Along the way, he encounters a dizzying array of
quirky characters played by notable actors like Tilda Swinton, Hugh Laurie,
Gwendoline Christie, Peter Capaldi, Benedict Wong, and Ben Whishaw.
The 100 Words: Dickens stories are typically dark, dirty,
and dreary, but this one is full of humor and light. It is easy to tell that
the cast had great fun making this film and many of the characters are
instantly endearing. The sets and cinematography are top-notch, transporting us
to another era and dripping with atmosphere. The film exists in a post-race
world where skin color is an afterthought, not a defining trait, and it is
quite refreshing. Though the story does lag at times, the scrumptious scenery
carries those parts, and the overall result is a joyful ride back in time.
What do you think? Reach out to Jason Evans on twitter @JasonDukeEvans to let him know.
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