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The Canterbury Tales (series) (2003)
Release Year: 2003
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Director: Andy De Emmony, John McKay, Julian Jarrold, Marc Munden
Writer: Avie Luthra, Geoffrey Chaucer, Olivia Hetreed, Peter Bowker, Sally Wainwright, Tony Grounds, Tony Marchant
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Genre: Drama
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Story
This miniseries adaptation of Geoffrey Chaucer's 'The Canterbury Tales' transports six of his tales to a modern setting. Each tale is told by a different character as they journey towards Canterbury Cathedral. The stories include 'The Miller's Tale,' 'The Wife of Bath's Tale,' 'The Franklin's Tale,' 'The Nun's Priest's Tale,' 'The Pardoner's Tale,' and 'The Second Nun's Tale.' The narratives span various genres, from comedy to tragedy, with themes ranging from love and lust to morality and faith.
Summary
'The Canterbury Tales' (2003) is a modern retelling of Geoffrey Chaucer's classic collection of tales. Set in contemporary England, the miniseries follows a group of strangers who converge on a pilgrimage to Canterbury Cathedral. Each episode focuses on one tale from the original collection, adapted for a modern audience by different directors. The series explores themes of love, lust, betrayal, and redemption through its diverse range of stories, offering a unique blend of historical literature and modern storytelling.
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