Reviews

Terribly cute, lots of lovely scenery, but if I was Irish, I'd sue.

This was a great series, though I think it didn't last very long. Michael Gambon was quite outstanding as I recall, strange that it took so long for him to make an impression on audiences or casting people. As I remember each episode was a separate story concerning the Kerr family in the 16th cent Scottish border country. The history of Scotland was handled brilliantly, and with a great deal more accuracy than the very annoying Mel Gibson version. The particular princess of France in Braveheart was actually a child at the time, and what history book has Edward 1 pushing Piers Gaviston out of a window may I ask ? Ah I forgot artistic licence, silly old me.

Possibly the first time Mr Ironside took his shoes off for the sake of realism. I'm assuming this is an example of the Canadian Method school of acting. I'm curious to know if it's widely used or is it just Mr Ironside's own personal trade mark. To be fair this little film is more than passable, it has many more things to recommend than the previously mentioned feet. The young son who has the cap, reminds me of some one, I just cant think who. The film is a nice little snap shot of fathers and sons missing each others meanings. Although it does have resolution, a nice touch, you are still left feeling that this family will never be healed and whole.