Jessica (2004)
MEDIUM LEVEL VIOLENCE, ADULT THEMES, MEDIUM LEVEL COARSE LANGUAGE, SEXUAL REFERENCES
Based on the novel 'Jessica' by Bryce Courtenay, this epic four-hour period drama traces a women's harsh, tumultous life in the Australian bush. A sweeping saga of love, deceit and sacrifice set during the early years of the 20th century in the farmlands around Narrandera, a small frontier town in rural New South Wales, Jessica stars Leeanna Wallsman as a beautiful, spirited tomboy who rises up against the ruthless ambition of her mother. The fine cast also features Sam Neill (Jurrasic Park) in the role of the alcoholic English barrister Richard Runche, Jessica’s one trusted ally in the town. A hugely successful TV mini-series, Jessica comes to DVD here for the first time. Disc 1 contains the first part of the series.
| Status: | LongWait |
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| Run time: | 200mins |
| Origin: | AUSTRALIA |
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Member Reviews (28)
28 Member
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KRISTINA BEATON
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Very enjoyable story line sticking to the novel, and easy to follow. Outstanding
Work portrayed by ‘Jessica’ actor. Excellent detail to the wardrobe of that era. I wish I had both discs of this mini- series delivered to me on the same day, so I wouldn't need to wait a 48 hours to watch part 2.
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Enjoyed the movie,the acting ,view and costums are great.
chookey
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Thoroughly enjoyed the book some years ago and could not put it down. Acting great, seems a bit slow but enjoying it and cant wait for the second episode coming next.
gerald
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The book was a great read and the movie does not dissapoint.
kong30
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loved rewatching this movie not as good as the book but close enough
Laurie
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A superb mini-series based on Bryce Courtnays book. It tells the story of Australia at the turn of the century around 2 sisters. A sub plot running thru it is of a young man who was brain damaged due to an injury sustained whilst defending the younger sister. he is eventually convicted of murder and hanged. The war runs thru the middle of it and the love of one man for the younger sister, although the older sister plots to marry him as he is heir to a great fortune. Enthralling watch and highly recommended.
B.Mitchell
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Wonderful movie. Cried all the way through it.
Amber
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Loved the book better. But thats usually the case, the book's always better than the film. Still a really good movie tho!
Linda R.
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Linda R.
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This is one of my fave books and the movie is great too ... everyone I have recommended this movie or book to loves it!
Wyverne S.
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An enjoyable story although the heroine (Jessica) is just a bit too good and the rogues (Jack's parents) and a bit too wicked.
Carmel C.
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Lyn W.
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Ed V.
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Entertaining looking forward to no.2
Diane B.
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Great Australian movie, well acted. Can't wait for the second disc.
Ronald H.
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You Should not watch a movie after you have read the book
Kathy L.
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This is the second time I have seen this movie and I enjoyed it just as much as the first time. Good quality Aussie entertainment with superb acting.
Maureen E.
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Don H.
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Michelle B.
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My 14 year old daughter read this book and announced to the house that this was not to be missed!! Boy, was she right! I don't often get the time to read as much as I want, and to know the book has more, just makes me want to hide away to read it, but if like me you don't always have "you" time, see this movie, Fantastic!
Harry B.
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Ingrid Bassett
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Russell Bramley
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Brilliant Australian drama period piece.
Trevor Harrison
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Trevor Harrison
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Lisa
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What and amazing story!
DonutVet
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Girly film, the wife liked it though.
Jane Mcfarlane
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Excellent