A full trailer has been released for a three part small screen adaptation of Rumer Godden's novel BLACK NARCISSUS with Gemma Arterton
Black Narcissus starts November on FX
which will air on FX November 23rd and then will also be available next day on Hulu! Over at BBC it
will air in December. The atmospheric trailer offers a much better look on the new epic drama and its visual splendour.
BLACK NARCISSUS is set in Mopu, Himalayas, in 1934 at a
remote clifftop palace once known as the ‘House of Women’, the location
holds many dark secrets. When the young nuns of St. Faith attempt to
establish a mission there, its haunting mysteries awaken forbidden
desires that seem destined to repeat a terrible tragedy. During the
latter years of British rule in India, ambitious young nun Sister
Clodagh (Gemma Arterton)
heads a mission to a remote part of the
Chaneil Kular, Gemma Arterton and Alessandro Nivola
Himalayas. The palace of Mopu
has been donated by General Toda Rai, who hopes the Sisters of St. Faith
will rid the ‘House of Women’ of unhappy memories connected tohis late
sister, Srimati. Although Clodagh ignores the
Jim Broadbent, Diana Rigg and Gina McKee
warnings of the General’s
raffish agent Mr. Dean (Alessandro Nivola), isolation and illness
soon take their toll, with the haunting atmosphere of the palace
particularlyaffecting volatile Sister Ruth (Aisling Franciosi). As past
Aisiling Franciosi, Patsy Ferran and Rosie Cavaliero
and present collide, the arrival of the young General Dilip Rai (Chaneil Kular) is the catalyst for an explosion of repressed desires that may end in a fatal confrontation. Late Diana Rigg also stars alongside Jim Broadbent.
Although latest adaptation of Emma wasn't an overly successful affair (but it did have brilliant visuals), a new Jane Austen movie is in works! As Hollywood Reporter informs, Sarah Snook (who was nominated for an Emmy for her role in Succession TV series and we watched her in Kate Winslet's amazing Australian movie Dressmaker) will lead new movie version of her final novel PERSUASION!
To be directed by Mahalia Belo, it is a romance of second
chances, telling the story of Anne Elliot who, many years after refusing
the proposal of young naval officer Frederick Wentworth, finds herself
navigating the waters of English society when Wentworth returns from war
a wealthy and decorated captain. As Anne ponders missed opportunities,
she must consider her own regrets and unwavering, possibly unrequited
love. Are you excited about the new adaptation? The lead is certainly a
talented actress and a gorgeous woman.
BLACK NARCISSUS SERIES
GETS 1ST TRAILER & AIRING DATE
Black Narcissus starts November 23rd
In other exciting news from the period set genre, FX has released the first trailer for their and BBC's mini series BLACK NARCISSUS with Gemma Arterton! The three episode adaptation of Rumer Godden's novel will air all its three parts on FX November 23rd and they will also be available next day on Hulu! Over at BBC it will air in December. It is set in Mopu, Himalayas, in 1934 at a remote clifftop palace once known as the ‘House of Women’, the location holds many dark secrets. When the young nuns of St. Faith attempt to establish a mission there, its haunting mysteries awaken forbidden desires that seem destined to repeat a terrible tragedy. During the latter years of British rule in India, ambitious young nun Sister Clodagh
Gemma Arterton takes the lead role in the series
(Gemma Arterton) heads a mission to a remote part of the Himalayas. The palace of Mopu has been donated by General Toda Rai, who hopes the Sisters of St. Faith will rid the ‘House of Women’ of unhappy memories connected to
The three part series is adapted from Rumer Godden's novel
his late sister, Srimati. Although Clodagh ignores the warnings of the General’s raffish agent Mr. Dean (Alessandro Nivola), isolation and illness soon take their toll, with the haunting atmosphere of the palace particularly
Alessandro Nivola takes the male lead in the series
affecting volatile Sister Ruth (Aisling Franciosi). As past and present collide, the arrival of the young General Dilip Rai (Chaneil Kular) is the catalyst for an explosion of repressed desires that may end in a fatal confrontation. Late Diana Rigg also stars alongside Jim Broadbent.
Well, here is at least one thing to look forward to this Autumn: although they said it would be left for next year, now it seems that the remake of ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL will come to Channel 5 this Autumn
The new series will also air on PBS for US audience
after all (which is logical given that they've shot a Christmas episode too). The latest update is first photo of Diana Rigg as Mrs Pumphrey! The series will
Callum Woodhouse returns to TV after Durrells
air on PBS Masterpiece in USA. There are talks that the second season has already been ordered.
All Creatures Great And Small
based on James Herriot’s
cherished collection of stories, chronicles the heartwarming and
humorous adventures of a young country vet. This new adaptation will
preserve the rich spirit, tone and values of Herriot’s iconic characters
and stories and will bring to life his sharply observed, entertaining
and incredibly funny tales of country life in the North of England for a
modern audience, introducing a new generation to his life-affirming
stories.
Who Is Playing The Big Creatures?
With Nicholas Ralph taking the lead role of James Herriot, the cast also includes Samuel West as Siegfried Farnon, the wonderfully eccentric veterinary surgeon and proprietor of Skeldale House who reluctantly hires the
Diana Rigg wll play Mrs Pumphrey in the series!
recently qualified Herriot into his rural practice; Anna Madeley as Mrs Hall, the resident housekeeper and matriarch of Skeldale House; Callum Woodhouse as Tristan, Siegfried’s errant and charismatic younger brother;
Playground
Entertainment, who is also doing Dangerous Liaisons for Starz and
Tortall Universe epic series, is producing this mini series
and Rachel Shenton as Helen Alderson, an independent local farmer’s daughter who helps her father manage the family farm and care for her younger sister. Diana Rigg is Mrs. Pumphrey, the delightfully eccentric
Nicholas Ralph leads the new mini series as the village vet
owner of the overly indulged Pekingese Tricki-Woo; Matthew Lewis is Hugh Hulton, a wealthy landowner and rival to James for Helen’s affections; and Nigel Havers is General Ransom, the fastidious manager of the local racecourse.
Among the projects that will be offered to buyers at Cannes virtual market this month is WW2 story BURIAL which will have Tom Felton, Ian Hart and Diana Rigg in the cast alongside Niamh Algar and Tom Glynn Carney. Set in the last days of war it tells the fictional story of a small band of Russian soldiers led by intelligence officer Brana Vasilyeva (Niamh Algar), who are tasked with trafficking Hitler’s discovered remains back to Stalin in Moscow. Along the way, the unit is attacked by murderous German ‘Wehrwolf’ partisans and picked off one by one. Vasilyeva and her fellow survivors must make a last stand to ensure their ‘cargo’ doesn’t fall into the hands of their attackers and be buried forever to hide the truth.
'DRESSED FOR WAR'
ON VOGUE'S WARTIME EDITOR
Dressed for War will be based on Julie Summers' book
Speaking of Second World War, Deadline reports today that Gaumont UK has bought movie rights on historian Julie Summers’ biography on wartime Vogue editor Audrey Withers, titled DRESSED FOR WAR: The Story of Audrey Withers, Vogue Editor Extraordinaire From The Blitz To The Swinging Sixties. Vogue itself will be included in the work on this sweeping story about how Withers helped pave the way for the sexual revolution of the 1960s! The film itself will be set in 1940s London and will follow audrey Withers as she aims to transform an upper-class fashion journal into an essential lifeline for women of all backgrounds.
Just when I thought we could never ever count on Channel 5 again, as they haven't produced anything of interest since forever, they are coming up with something wonderfully delightful! Their ALL CREATURES BIG AND SMALL three part mini series which will air sometime soon.
All Creatures Great And Small
based on James Herriot’s
cherished collection of stories, chronicles the heartwarming and
humorous adventures of a young country vet. This new adaptation will
preserve the rich spirit, tone and values of Herriot’s iconic characters
and stories and will bring to life his sharply observed, entertaining
and incredibly funny tales of country life in the North of England for a
modern audience, introducing a new generation to his life-affirming
stories.
Who Is Playing The Big Creatures?
With Nicholas Ralph taking the lead role of James Herriot, the cast also includes Samuel West as Siegfried Farnon, the wonderfully eccentric veterinary surgeon and proprietor of Skeldale House who reluctantly hires the
The new series will also air on PBS for US audience
recently qualified Herriot into his rural practice; Anna Madeley as Mrs Hall, the resident housekeeper and matriarch of Skeldale House; Callum Woodhouse as Tristan, Siegfried’s errant and charismatic younger brother; and Rachel Shenton as Helen Alderson, an independent local farmer’s daughter who helps her father manage the family farm and care for her
Playground
Entertainment, who is also doing Dangerous Liaisons for Starz and
Tortall Universe epic series, is producing this mini series
younger sister. Diana Rigg is Mrs. Pumphrey, the delightfully eccentric owner of the overly indulged Pekingese Tricki-Woo; Matthew Lewis is Hugh Hulton, a wealthy landowner and rival to James for Helen’s affections; and Nigel Havers is General Ransom, the fastidious manager of the local racecourse.
CHOOSES A CAST FOR NEPAL SET EXOTIC AND STEAMY STORY
Gemma Arterton will play the lead role
We waited for the cast to be announced for almost two years now, but now BBC One has revealed the stars for its TV series adaptation of famous BLACK NARCISSUS classic and we quite love it. Alessandro Nivola and Gemma Arterton will headline the three part TV series which will also air on FX based on Rumer Godden's classic novel. The cast also has Aisling Franciosi as Sister Ruth, Diana Rigg as Mother Dorothea, Jim Broadbent as Father Roberts, Gina McKee as Sister Adela, Rosie Cavaliero as Sister Briony, Patsy Ferran as Sister Blanche, Karen Bryson as Sister Philippa, and Dipika Kunwar as Kanchi.
BLACK NARCISSUSFOLLOWS
Sister Clodagh (Gemma Arterton), the leader of the nuns of St Faiths,
who travel to Nepal to set up a branch of their order in the remote
palace of Mopu. In the unfettered sensuality of the so-called House of
Women, Sister Clodagh finds herself increasingly attracted to a handsome
and damaged land agent, Mr Dean (Alessandro Nivola). He is a dissolute
English colonial and First World War veteran whose combative
relationship with the head sister of the order awakens
Alessandro Nivola takes the lead in the series that starts shooting in Nepal and UK next month
hidden longings
in both. But as the repressed memories of Clodagh’s past become
entangled with the tragic history of Princess Srimati, history seems
doomed to repeat itself. Are there really ghosts here in the Himalayas,
or are the nuns just succumbing to long repressed primal desires? And
which of them is prepared to die – or kill – for love?
Speaking of epic shows, don't forget to tune in on Sunday for our Majestic Spotlight on Autumn 2019 Epic and Period Set Shows with exclusive new photos! It will be super Dezzlicious :)
Are you ready, royal subjects? Her Royal Majesty Queen VICTORIA returns to reign the small screens in United Kingdom on ITV this Sunday, August 27th, earlier than ever, with eight new episodes of the second season which will be topped later on in December with a two hour Christmas special for royal festive delights. Viewers in United States will start watching the second season later next year in January on Masterpiece PBS.
QUEEN'S POSTNATAL DEPRESSION Resuming one month after the first series ended with the queen giving
birth to her first child (she had more than a dozen of them which is strange
given that history has marked her as a non motherly and even cruel
matriarch
Victoria won't find motherhood easy in the second season
who never liked children nor babies), the new season
establishes VICTORIA as a working mother, learning to balance her
responsibilities as both parent
Victoria and Albert will discover a sanctuary in the Isle of Wight
and Queen. However, Prince Albert is still struggling to find a role for himself alongside his powerful wife
as she returns to her duties, intent on proving that she can be both a
mother and dutiful Queen.
THE CAST OLD, THE CAST NEW
The role of the impulsive and fitful monarch is again in the safe hands of lovely Jenna Coleman who, as you can see in the trailer below, will be sporting the latest glamorous outfits the 19th century could provide,
The queen will face troubles in Ireland and Afganistan
while Tom Hughes again plays her toyboy husband Prince Albert who feels robbed of his masculinity as the queen's consort. Among the known faces, we shall again watch marvellous David Oakes as Albert's brother Prince Ernest,
Mammoth Screen is again producing the popular series
Nigel Lindsayas Sir Robert Peel,Alex Jenningsas King Leopold,Peter Bowlesas Duke of Wellington, Daniela Holtz as dear Baroness Lehzen and Catherine Flemming as the Duchess of Kent. Below stairs Nell Hudson
David Oakes returns as dashing Prince Ernest of Coburg
returns as Nancy Skerrett, Ferdinand Kingsley as chef Francatelli! The series will also see some new faces arrive at the palace, with Diana Rigg joining the regular cast as the Duchess of Buccleuch, the young Queen’s new
Fitful queen will be throwing a hairbrush at poor Albert in one of the episodes
and very outspoken Mistress of the Robes, and guest appearances will include Emerald Fennell, Martin Compston (who will fight for the poor that the
Tom Hughes returns again as Victoria's long suffering husband Albert
queen has left to die of hunger in Ireland after potato famine), Leo Suter, Bruno Wolkowitch and Denis Lawson (as the Duke of Atholl, who welcomes Victoria and Albert to the Scottish Highlands).
We're all British, ITV, Mammoth Screen today, people! I've already announced that those last two are preparing a mini series based on
Tom Bateman is Captain Rawdon Crawley
Thackeray's classic novel VANITY FAIR and that Olivia Cooke will take the lead role of Becky Sharp, a girl from the 19th century who attempts to claw her way out of poverty and scale the heights of English Society, and now Da Vinci's Demon's star Tom Bateman has been cast as Rawdon Crawley in the series that will also air on Amazon. He and his brother are at risk of losing their family and fortune through their passion and desire to be with Becky Sharp! The seven part series is set in the background of Napoleonic wars in Europe. Bateman already work with ITV on Jekyll and Hyde series which flopped massively. He also appears in Kenneth Branagh's Murder on the Orient Express.
'VICTORIA' TV SERIES
SECOND SEASON TRAILER OUT!
While the buzz around the finale of the latest season of BBC's Poldark was reaching its zenith yesterday, rival ITV did something deliciously naughty: they released the first trailer for the second season of their
There will also be a two hour Victoria Christmas Special this year
VICTORIA series (which won ratings battle last year when it aired together with Poldie on Sunday nights). You can check it out below featuring lead stars Jennna Coleman as queen Victoria, Tom Hughes as her husband and David Oakes as his dashing brother
Jenna Coleman's own grandfather will appear in the second season too
Prince Ernest, as well as some new faces like Diana Rigg who arrives as Victoria's new Mistress of Robes! In the new season that starts this Autumn, the queen will be struggling with motherhood, marriage and ruling an evil monarchy.
NEW 'PRIDE AND PREJUDICE' ITV has also announced their work on a new mini series version of
Jane Austen's PRIDE AND PREJUDICE which will be a bit darker this time
and will be done by Mammoth Screen, who are also producing
The series airs on PBS in USA next year, in UK this Autumn
all the other
three epic series mentioned today. Playwright Nina Raine has been hired
to write the script and she claims she's never seen any of the previous
adaptations.
We've had a really epic post yesterday on Russian Grand Duchess Sophia and today, here's another Duchess for you: as you know the production on the second season of the super popular ITV historical series VICTORIA on the 19th century monarch is fully on and now they have a new cast addition. Legendary Diana Rigg will play the very much outspoken Duchess of Buccleuch, the young Queen Victoria's new Mistress of the Robes! With Jenna Coleman again as the queen, Tom Hughes as prince Albert and brilliant David Oakes as prince Ernest, the eight episode second season (plus a two hour Christmas special) will start about a month after the queen gives birth to her first child.
'THREE DARK CROWNS'
GETS MOVIE ADAPTATION Meanwhile, a new big screen book adaptation coming our way: as
'Deadline' reports Fox has bought the movie rights on Kendare Blake's
THREE DARK CROWNS YA fantasy saga and has set Shawn Levy to produce it.
The second book One Dark Throne is out this Autumn and two more books
are planned in upcoming years. Three Dark Crowns is the first of four
planned volumes, a fantasy series about magically gifted triplet queens
who must use their powers against each other in a battle to ascend the
throne.Levy's production company has worked both on Oscar nominated
Arrival this year and Stranger Things Netflix hit series.
