The Personal History of David Copperfield
Jan 09, 2020
2 minutes
LOU THOMAS
Directed by ARMANDO IANNUCCI
Starring DEV PATEL HUGH LAURIE TILDA SWINTON
Released 24 JANUARY
On paper, yet another Charles Dickens screen adaption is an unedifying prospect. The Victorian author created some of Britain’s most memorable characters, but must we keep turning to him for our modern visual entertainment? Scottish comedy stalwart and avowed. If anyone can breathe life into this dusty old tale, surely it’s the man who created and co-birthed Alan Partridge. Gladly, any leniency is rewarded with a fresh take on Dickens’ own favourite – and most personal – story.
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