The 6 stars I give this series is based upon overall production values. The sets are really fantastic. superb cinematography. As an historical eye on late 19th century France it feels accurate; the divide between rich and poor, the hatred for Germans nicely conveyed The locations are generally not Paris, but I suspect are Bordeaux, never the less, they are pleasing. The story is awkward, repetitious to the extreme. The casting is spot on, the direction passable, the problem is taking a two hour story and making it an 8 part min-series. A pity, as I think this could have a great theatrical run.
Review of The Bonfire of Destiny
