THE BRONTËS OF HAWORTH On DVD February 7, 2012

THE BRONTËS OF HAWORTH

On DVD February 7, 2012

The Dramatic Lives of the Literary Legends

Silver Spring, MD — Starring Michael Kitchen (Foyle’s War, My Week with Marilyn) in one of his early roles, THE BRONTËS OF HAWORTH arrives on DVD from Acorn Media on February 7, 2012 ($39.99, 5 episodes, www.AcornOnline.com). Written by poet and playwright Christopher Fry (The Lady’s Not for Burning), this finely crafted portrait explores the soaring artistic achievements and personal tragedies of England’s most accomplished literary family (Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights). Featuring a stellar ensemble cast and an outstanding script, this acclaimed period drama is a sensitive exploration of the Brontës’ tender and tragic family history. The miniseries aired in the U.K. in 1973 but has not aired on U.S. television.

Under the care of their father, the Reverend Patrick Brontë (Alfred Burke, Public Eye, Enemy at the Door), siblings Charlotte, Branwell, Emily, and Anne have a childhood rich in learning and imagination. As the precocious youths grow into adults, however, son Branwell (Michael Kitchen) struggles to live up to his family’s high expectations, and the women have difficulty adapting to the world outside of Haworth. While the sisters eventually find commercial success and critical acclaim for their writing, Branwell descends into self-destruction, triggering a series of misfortunes that beset the family. This period drama authentically explores the tender and tragic family history that is as much the Brontë legacy as their literary works.

The Brontes also stars Barbara Leigh-Hunt (Pride and Prejudice), Vickery Turner (The Good Soldier), and Benjamin Whitrow (Tom Jones).

Episodes:

The Little King, Home and Abroad, Delusion’s Song, Rewarding Destiny, and Silent Is the House

If you are a fan of classic novels like Jane Eyre & Wuthering Heights, then you will love to see the movie that tell your the story of the writers behind the masterpieces. You watch as one of the world's most famous literary families grow and overcome jealousy and misfortune on the way to success. The beautiful scenery and costumes will take you back in time, and the actors give a stellar performance that will make you both laugh and cry. If you are interested in checking out THE BRONTËS OF HAWORTH for yourself, it is available at Acorn Media starting on  February 7th  for the low price of $39.99 for the DVD.  



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