pinksuse-587-715552 I have read this book numerous times to my students and only just discovered this adaptation. While it stays true to the essence of the main story line, I was disappointed that some of the plot details were changed, especially the ones that were so much a part of the humour in the book. I was also disappointed in the casting of Frankie Crawley who in my vision should have been much smaller and meeker only puffing himself up to match his 'authority'. His and Myrtle Perkin's (another name change) storylines were not well developed in this adaptation either. However, the retelling of this story grew on me and I think it was quite well done overall.

hobbit112000 I found this movie extremely entertaining for two reasons: 1, I love chocolate and 2, I love the idea of fighting the system. I'm pretty sure that this movie was set in London NOT in Melbourne as some people seem to think. It was a BBC production after all. The acting could have been better with some of the younger characters but overall it was an extremely good performance by the cast. The film is entertaining for the simple fact that although it is completely unrealistic (chocolate detectors?) it really has that fun element of suspense. It has a serious underlying message about fighting for democracy and freedom, while presenting it in a fun and entertaining way. For a good laugh and a morale booster I really recommend you watch Bootleg.

atomius If this isn't one of the best ever family mini series, then please kill me. For i believe that the acting is brilliant, the stars know how to speak, yes, thats right, how to speak, and the plot is excellently drafted. On the whole i give the show a healthy 8/10. The acting is excellent, and the props are quite believable. You feel like becoming part of the show. Chocaholics are probably the target audience. Frankly, if chocolate isn't the main subject of the show, then it must be cocoa mass!!! Of course, it's great fun for all ages on a cold winter day when you don't want to see star wars of teletubbies, but something nice and relaxing, yet compelling drama.

DimmieBob I can't seem to find anything that is good about this miniseries. Why the hell would you ban chocolate when u could ban something far more practical like smoking or alcohol? Also the fact that its an Australian program and its all set in england and everyone is faking british accents is stupid. Overall i think that this show is Unrealistic and cheap.