|
A Hazard Of Hearts [1987] | ![A Hazard Of Hearts [1987]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/417K2C9454L._SL75_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: John Hough
Actors: Diana Rigg, Edward Fox, Helena Bonham Carter, Fiona Fullerton, Neil Dickson
Studio: Castle Home Video
Category: Video
Buy Used: £10.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  8 reviews
Sales Rank: 3391
Format: Pal
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: Parental Guidance
Media: VHS Tape
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 89
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 4.2 x 1.1
UPC: 780063002233
EAN: 5038456522161
ASIN: B00004W0RW
Theatrical Release Date: December 27, 1987
Release Date: May 1, 2000
Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days
Shipping: International shipping available
Condition: As Pictured.In Very Good condition.Immediate Dispatch
|
| Similar Items:
|
| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.co.uk Review
A Hazard of Hearts, dramatised for television in 1987, could hardly be a better demonstration of Barbara Cartland's unique status as the most critically reviled, yet widely read, romantic novelist. The qualities which feed both points of view are present in abundance. There are the certainties of a wafer-thin plot: vulnerable but plucky young heiress falls on hard and tragic times, sails through mortal danger and escapes the clutches of lecherous older man, chastity intact, before claiming enigmatic and devastatingly handsome Lord for her own at the last minute. There are the pantomime characters, atrocious dialogue-by-numbers, set-piece scenes involving duels and smugglers, tight breeches and heaving bosoms. Produced by Lew Grade and the team behind The New Avengers and The Professionals, this is 90 minutes of camp hokum crammed to bursting point with stars clearly having the time of their lives. Helena Bonham Carter, her face like an earnest, worried raisin, is the heroine Serena, with Marcus Gilbert as her paramour. But Diana Rigg's evil Lady Harriet steals the show. To be watched without shame. On the DVD: A Hazard of Hearts is presented in 4:3 video format with a Dolby Digital stereo soundtrack which is splendid for Laurence Johnson's florid themes. The transfer has the appropriately soft-focus look and feel of a 1980s miniseries. The stately home settings certainly provide a sense of quality, but the disc has no extras. --Piers Ford
|
| Customer Reviews: Read 3 more reviews...
 Definitely one to watch July 31, 2007
Definitely one to watch, on your own or with friends. Having watched this movie years ago and having been unable to buy it amazon came to the rescue.
Although the production feels dated the acting is superb especially routum and his cowardly ways. I have a soft spot for Marcus Gilbert/Lord Vulcan and enjoyed the unfolding of his fondness for Serena Staverly. Stewart Grainger played his part well and I loved the scene between him and Serena....... what more can i say, watch and enjoy.
If you enjoy costume dramas, Dastardly goings on, heroine's, hero's and gorgeous leading men this is for you. Beg or borrow a copy or wait for amazon to show availability. I will never give my copy up, no way!!!!!
 Enchanting April 27, 2007
I first saw this film several years ago and fell inlove with it. It was such an enchanting story with a happy ending. I recently bought the DVD and watched it again for old times sake and was surprised to find I loved it just as much now.
Marcus Gilbert is incredibly sexy with astonishing eyes in the lead role and I wish he had more roles as he was so good. Although I've never been a fan of Helena Bonham Carter, she was really good in this role as innocent, but, feisty heroine and I've always loved Neil Dickson in another.
This film won't win any awards or challenge yourself, but, for a simple, enchanting love story then you won't go wrong with this.
Best romance film in the world! February 25, 2006
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
This film is without doubt, the best romance film in the world!.
It is my mums faveorite film, i first watched it with her on tv years ago when it was first made.
Im 21yrs old & i love this film just as much as my mum does!.
It has everything you could want, a brilliant story, a gorgeous leading man!, a damsel in distress!, & it is brilliantly acted out. Everything makes this film totally believeable!. marcus gilbert is so gorgeous in this film, hes every womans dream man!
We have watched this film over & over again, 100's of times, but i never get fed up of it. Forget pride & prejudice, this is much better than that!.
If you love a traditional romance story, then you must buy this.
Amazon, you are brilliant!, we never thought we would ever be able to buy this on dvd, as we had tried everywhere else!.
 Only for the uncynical among us..... October 19, 2003
3 out of 6 found this review helpful
If you like your romance with fainting damsons in distress, tall dark handsome and tortured men in need to some good woman to rescue them........well, this is right up your street. If not, I wouldn't bother watching. Barbara Cartland's novel gets the Hollywood treatment and it works fairly well. Helena Bonham Carter is a strange choice for a damsel, but she does her part adequately. A lovely turn from Diana Rigg - in her element as the gambling lady of the house, not afraid to run men through with her sword if needs be to get what she wants! All in all a pleasant way to spend a cold Sunday afternoon - especially if you have a glass or two of wine as well!
Lovely October 10, 2003
4 out of 6 found this review helpful
I saw this over 10 years ago and loved it. I waited for it to come on again but to no avail - then I discovered Amazon! thank you! It is a lovely, well acted victorian love story starring a young but obviously up and coming actress - Helena Bonham Carter and a gorgeous Marcus Gilbert - it is gentle, moving love story that you know will end happily - recommended.
|
|
|
| |
