Cranford Collection [DVD] [2007-2009]

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I purchased this box set as previously owned I am very happy with the condition

I was told by friends this was really good! I watched just one episode and I was hooked. It’s dated but that didn’t put me off! All I wanted to do was binge watch the rest. I’m so very pleased with the series.

There lives in the Beeb a genie with genius for choosing script-writers, producers, cameramen, sound technicians and set designers - not to mention actors and good source material.Judy Dench is chief protagonist amongst a tribe of gentle ladies somewhat affectionately called "The Amazons" in a small 1840s market village in the countryside somewhere near Manchester through which evil demons plan to run a railway. She is more than ably assisted in her portrayal of Mattie, a sad but proud spinster of strength and wit, by a cast of instantly-recognizable actors whose abillity to bring life to the fictional characters of Cranford is just amazing.Once one gets past the shock of hearing English as spoken before all hell broke loose on the linguistic front thanks to newspapers, wireless, television, movies and the internet, one is transported back to this gentler time. A time when one was shocked by an unexpected pregnancy, rather than some nutter with an AK-47 in a shopping mall. Life is simpler, but sorely touched by generalized frugality imposed by the times. The poverty that makes HM Social Services cringe is somehow borne and made better by random acts of kindness that will bring moisture to the eyes of the unwary.Pour yourself a small glass of sherry, set yourself before the fire on a damp and chilly winter evening, and plunge into this masterpiece of tight direction, first-rate acting and satisfying plot. You will not regret the investment of time or treasure - particularly the latter, as the Amazon price is exceptional value, less than the cost of a pair of cinema tickets for several evenings of entertainment. Even more value, as well: unlimited viewing - you'll come back to it again and again to savor the experience, making the investment a no-brainer.

Enjoyed immensely.

We saw the first series when it was broadcast by the BBC in 2007 and enjoyed it tremendously so seeing this DVD in passing when browsing for others I thought I would purchase the set and enjoy it all again with the addition of Return To Cranford.So far we have only watched the first five episodes but what five hours of pure joy and pleasure they are! The story line takes you back to 1843 to a small Cheshire town inhabitated mainly by women and just prior to the railway coming to their town. It is sad, heartwarming and funny, and in the final episode of the first series poignant and horific too. It will take your emotions on a roller coaster of a ride but, rest assured, all is well and a tearful, happy ending is guarenteed. I defy anyone.....man or woman......not to be moved to tears by many of the performances. Buy it today......it will be the best £6.99 you will spend this year. Trust me.

A very lovely production for all age groups. I bought it for when my mother came for a long visit and she is quite particular about what is suitable. We enjoyed watching it together and the cast is of the best British acting standard there is. The only negative was that some of the editing was done rather abruptly. Could not fault the Cranford Collection as a production.

I replaced a much loved set of dvds for my own use. The product was sold as 'used in excellent condition.'It was brand new! The cellophane was still wrapped around the box and there was no sign of use at all. I am well pleased with this company and will buy through them in the future.