Having just finished the book I was looking forward to seeing this adaptation. What a disappointment - it should be called 'What happened to Badger?' Political correctness has taken over and 1930's Britain reduced to an irritating farce. The 3 stars are awarded as - apart from Badger - the 1930's was beautifully presented and the scenery stunning. Emma Thompson should be ashamed of herself - her ridiculous rendition of Frances' mother was completely unnecessary and not at all funny. Lucy Boynton's performance was average and why did they extend the role of the doctor so much, quite unnecessary! And, to try to kill off characters that were untouched in the book! Why? It didn't add to the suspense - just provided a lot of unnecessary violence to a story which in its original form in the book, was gentle and charming with added wit.
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