Not all things Netflix are good

[auntiemeesh]

As a huge fan of Anne of Green Gables, I was finally tempted to watch Netflix's version, Anne With An 'E.' I was put off by the title, but persevered.

Comments

[pathvain_aelien]

That sounds horrible and completely unlike the books. I was thinking of watching it but I think I will just skip it!

[shirebound]

They took out the charm and whimsy? That's appalling. I only discovered the book a few years ago, and found it delightful. I'll stay far away from this adaptation!

[ani_no_mouse]

Once again, books are our friends. TV some times is and often is not. Glad you are enjoying re-reading the books.

[westwindschild]

Talk about coincidental timing. I just yielded to the enticements to watch "Anne with an 'E'" this morning. I also thought it was missing much of the charm and whimsy, and also unduly dark. I only got through the first 2 episodes; your recap of 3 tells me all I need to know - I won't be watching it. It's a shame, because I thought they got the casting pretty much right for all the main characters so far. If only they could get the sripting right too...

[antbee362]

I think that most remakes of former things take the charm away. Every once in a while PBS shows their Anne of Green Gables and I always try to catch it as I find it quite enjoyable. Maybe you can find that somewhere although I am sure reading the books is great too.