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    Runtime 1 hr 30 min
    Premiere: World March 24, 2011
    Channel BBC Four
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    Description

    Powerful adaptation of DH Lawrence’s novel about the lives of two sisters, Ursula and Gudrun Brangwen, as they struggle with their own desires and passions.
    Season 1
    e1 — Episode 1  

    Part 1

    March 24, 2011 6.6
    e2 — Episode 2  

    Part 2

    March 31, 2011 6.6

    Сast and Crew

    Book Overview

    The series "Women in Love" is based on the novel Women in Love by D.H. Lawrence. This novel is a sequel to Lawrence's earlier work, The Rainbow, and was published in 1920. It is considered one of Lawrence's most significant works and explores complex themes of love, relationships, and the human psyche.

    About the Author

    D.H. Lawrence was an English novelist, poet, and essayist known for his controversial works that challenged the social norms of his time. His writing often delved into the emotional and psychological aspects of human relationships, and he is regarded as one of the most influential writers of the 20th century.

    Book Themes and Content

    Women in Love follows the lives and relationships of two sisters, Ursula and Gudrun Brangwen, as they navigate love and life in post-World War I England. The novel explores themes of industrialization, modernity, and the conflict between individual desires and societal expectations. It is known for its rich character development and philosophical depth.

    Adaptation and Fidelity to the Book

    The 2011 series adaptation of Women in Love attempts to capture the essence of Lawrence's novel, focusing on the intricate relationships and emotional struggles of the characters. While adaptations often take creative liberties, the series strives to remain faithful to the novel's core themes and character dynamics. The adaptation was written by William Ivory, who aimed to bring Lawrence's complex narrative to the screen while maintaining the novel's original spirit.

    Reception

    In her review for The Daily Telegraph, Ceri Radford praised the performances and singled out Kinnear as the best. In conclusion, she said: "If you love DH Lawrence’s books, you probably loved this rich and well-acted adaptation. However, you may have found yourself cringing behind a cushion in places if, like me, you felt that the most tumescent thing in Lady Chatterley’s Lover was the prose." Sam Wollaston in The Guardian said that the two novels had been "artfully sewn together" and that it was "quite true to Lawrence in spirit, I think", despite saying he "never got on well" with the author.

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