@Woodlander65 Just shows how opinions can vary. For me, no-one could ever surpass the performance by Natassja Kinski in this role. One of the great cinematic interpretations.
I agree. And the 1998 version also had the best Tess/Angel romantic chemistry. All three actresses who played Tess brought something unique and great to the role, and I think Gemma Arterton and Justine Waddell tie as Tess. While I love the 1979 version, it's a bit too subdued for my taste. I found the romantic chemistry lacking, as I did with the 2008 mini. However, that one had the best Tess/Alec dynamic. Oliver Milburn was the best Angel, and Hans Matheson was the best Alec, IMO.
Sorry for the late reply, but here are some suggestions. "Far From The Madding Crowd "(1874) is one of Hardy's earlier novels, and the first to use the "Wessex" country. "The Return Of The Native" (1878) is another great one, as is "The Woodlanders" (1887). "The Mayor Of Casterbridge" (1886) and his final book, "Jude The Obscure" (1895) are both profoundly tragic. "A Pair Of Blue Eyes"(1873) and "Under The Greenwood Tree" (1872) are great also, as is his poetry and short stories.
this book is possibly the most profound, beautiful books i have ever read. It really opens your eyes to the different styles of work that there are, all sorts of different places, peoples lives, concealed in paper. I think its beautiful.
Love the mix-up of the different Tess's...good job.
But I think that for me the recent version is the best I have seen yet, and they are going to struggle to better it. I thought Kinski was too overtly sexual and knowing, Waddell is gorgeous but something just didnt click for me for her to be Tess, whereas Arterton I thought brought out that slightly nieve other-worldliness that Hardy wrote for her. This version I did cry at.
I think Kinski was the most exotic Tess. But Kinski and Waddell also bought Tess' vulnerability and despair to the surface so beautifully. I struggled with Arterton's Tess. She almost seemed to sleepwalk through the performance and you didn't really get a sense of her motives.
The Alec Durberville from Polanski's movie was the best one. Rich, spoiled and condescending.
I agree. Polanski's Alec really was great. I thought Kinski was astonishingly beautiful. She's not the most noteworthy actress, but she does a good job of playing the object of maltreatment. The other actors do the action and acting.
Muirmaiden. You have done it again! Really really nice. I had no idea there was another version coming out either. And I haven't even seen Justine Waddell's version yet. They don't even have it in Australia! I think I'll have to buy it from overseas. To me the Polanski/Kinski version will always be the classic, but I am quite keen to see these other two. Three to choose from! Excellent! Anyway, good job on the video photogallery. And nice effects, sparingly used and effective.
Thanks for the great comment! I hope you can find a copy of the Justine Waddell version - it's definately worth seeing (I think all three productions are). I enjoy comparing adaptations and I think it's safe to say that all three films have something unique and special going for them. "Tess" is my favorite of Hardy's novels, and I like seeing it portrayed on film. It's just such a timeless, beautiful but tragic story. Glad you enjoyed the vid!
I go for Justine.
huntinghelton 1 month ago
@Woodlander65 Just shows how opinions can vary. For me, no-one could ever surpass the performance by Natassja Kinski in this role. One of the great cinematic interpretations.
jet9491 1 month ago
the best Angel Clair was in the 1998 version.
joydarling314 2 years ago 6
I agree. And the 1998 version also had the best Tess/Angel romantic chemistry. All three actresses who played Tess brought something unique and great to the role, and I think Gemma Arterton and Justine Waddell tie as Tess. While I love the 1979 version, it's a bit too subdued for my taste. I found the romantic chemistry lacking, as I did with the 2008 mini. However, that one had the best Tess/Alec dynamic. Oliver Milburn was the best Angel, and Hans Matheson was the best Alec, IMO.
Muirmaiden 2 years ago 3
My favourite girl who played tess was justine , she is so stunning ! and also what is the name of the song in the background ?
jemstone678 2 years ago 7
It's the soundtrack from the 1979 film version of "Tess".
Muirmaiden 2 years ago
I totally agree. Gemma portrayed Tess beautifully
TurboTwistaa 3 years ago
Sorry for the late reply, but here are some suggestions. "Far From The Madding Crowd "(1874) is one of Hardy's earlier novels, and the first to use the "Wessex" country. "The Return Of The Native" (1878) is another great one, as is "The Woodlanders" (1887). "The Mayor Of Casterbridge" (1886) and his final book, "Jude The Obscure" (1895) are both profoundly tragic. "A Pair Of Blue Eyes"(1873) and "Under The Greenwood Tree" (1872) are great also, as is his poetry and short stories.
Muirmaiden 3 years ago
this book is possibly the most profound, beautiful books i have ever read. It really opens your eyes to the different styles of work that there are, all sorts of different places, peoples lives, concealed in paper. I think its beautiful.
FlirtyBeeachAndProud 3 years ago 2
Nastassja Kinski is way prettier than that girl!
Endlessfantasy 3 years ago
Love the mix-up of the different Tess's...good job.
But I think that for me the recent version is the best I have seen yet, and they are going to struggle to better it. I thought Kinski was too overtly sexual and knowing, Waddell is gorgeous but something just didnt click for me for her to be Tess, whereas Arterton I thought brought out that slightly nieve other-worldliness that Hardy wrote for her. This version I did cry at.
Enheduanas 3 years ago 3
the latest version on BBC was the best by far...had me in sobbing for ages at the end. Gemma Arterton done Tess justice!
scrummymummyxx 3 years ago 4
I think Kinski was the most exotic Tess. But Kinski and Waddell also bought Tess' vulnerability and despair to the surface so beautifully. I struggled with Arterton's Tess. She almost seemed to sleepwalk through the performance and you didn't really get a sense of her motives.
The Alec Durberville from Polanski's movie was the best one. Rich, spoiled and condescending.
Tess is one of my favorite stories.
Thanks for posting this compilation!
RapscallionRebellion 3 years ago
I agree. Polanski's Alec really was great. I thought Kinski was astonishingly beautiful. She's not the most noteworthy actress, but she does a good job of playing the object of maltreatment. The other actors do the action and acting.
saraconde 3 years ago
Muirmaiden. You have done it again! Really really nice. I had no idea there was another version coming out either. And I haven't even seen Justine Waddell's version yet. They don't even have it in Australia! I think I'll have to buy it from overseas. To me the Polanski/Kinski version will always be the classic, but I am quite keen to see these other two. Three to choose from! Excellent! Anyway, good job on the video photogallery. And nice effects, sparingly used and effective.
tubewatch59 3 years ago
Thanks for the great comment! I hope you can find a copy of the Justine Waddell version - it's definately worth seeing (I think all three productions are). I enjoy comparing adaptations and I think it's safe to say that all three films have something unique and special going for them. "Tess" is my favorite of Hardy's novels, and I like seeing it portrayed on film. It's just such a timeless, beautiful but tragic story. Glad you enjoyed the vid!
Muirmaiden 3 years ago
Nastassja Kinski is still my favorite.Nice write up muirmaiden,I enjoyed it very much.
bella1957 3 years ago 2
sad story...
denisfavs 3 years ago