Netflix period drama based on novel is 'absolutely exquisite'
The Doll, Netflix's period drama based on the 1890 Polish novel by Bolesław Prus, has captivated viewers with its romantic twists and turns set in 1870s Warsaw.
This "exquisite" Netflix drama based on a classic book has wowed viewers with its romantic twists and turns. Based on the revered 1890 Polish masterpiece novel by Bolesław Prus, the period series became a hit.
Set in the 1870s Warsaw under the Russian Empire, we follow the love affair of Stanisław Wokulski (played by Tomasz Schuchardt), a humble but successful merchant and his toxic obsession with winning the hand of Izabela Łęcka (played by Sandra Drzymalska), a beautiful aristocrat in the series The Doll.
One Rotten Tomatoes reviewer wrote: "Absolutely exquisite. A masterclass in acting. Simply wonderful to watch!" Another fan wrote on IMDb calling the series "fantastic".
They said: "First of all: I'm not Polish. That's probably why I can't make heads or tails of the angry, disgusted-sounding reviews from Polish critics. This isn't about Poland; it's about human nature. What the film depicts is universal; the setting doesn't matter.", reports the Liverpool Echo.
"This miniseries is top-notch in every respect: screenplay, music, cast, acting, production design, cinematography, editing-everything easily holds its own against productions from Hollywood, the UK, France, or anywhere else.
"The balance between understated acting and drama is what makes this miniseries special. Hits like Bridgerton, The Gilded Age, Downton Abbey, etc., are constantly brimming with emotion.
"This production, on the other hand, repeatedly seeks out moments of calm and slowness. Above all, lead actress Sandra Drzymalska captivates with her range from complete serenity to intense emotionality."
Another called it "captivating," telling people not to listen to the "book was better crowd."
They said: "I have never belonged to the "the book was better" crowd. I have read plenty of books in my life and watched countless films and TV shows, and I simply do not think comparing a book to its adaptation is the right way to judge either medium.
"People often feel the need to make these comparisons almost as a way of showing off that they've read the book. But books and film tell stories in completely different ways. A book might take two pages to describe a landscape, while a movie or TV show can convey the same thing in a single second.
"The TV show is genuinely great. It's a shame that some book snobs are judging it through the lens of their own ego rather than appreciating it for what it is.Watch it. It's captivating."
The Doll is streaming now on Netflix.
