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Snowy, cold weather prompted me to stay in last Sunday and watch Little Dorrit - recently released by BBC Video. This screen adaptation of the Charles Dickens's story of the hardships found in London circa 1820 was gripping. As usual with Dickens, there are many turns of fortune and several subplots to keep you interested and hanging on to see what will happen next.
The actors were superb and you will recognize many of them if you watch any British television. Newcomer, Claire Foy plays the part of Amy (Little) Dorrit. She is perfect for the role and is surrounded by a cast of fine actors. The sets and costumes are spot on and the 452 minutes of the series will go by quickly. It's a BBC/Masterpiece Theatre classic.
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