Review of Tess (1979) by Michaela B — 29 Apr 2008

The best Polanski fim - all filmed in France though you would never know.

This review of Tess (1979) was written by Michaela B on 29 Apr 2008.

Tess has generally received positive reviews.

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By David G (2,424) on 21 Jun 2015

Restored Criterion edition. Yup. Still love this film. Still a favorite. Her non-Brit accent still doesn't bug. Why? Polanski's best film? Maybe…

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By Vera V (30) on 12 Aug 2010

I think Polanski made Alec slightly rapier than in the book. I like that he didn't screw up the murder scene like some shitty Tess I saw on PBS once…

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By Jay N (1,399) on 17 Mar 2013

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By Hesham A (61) on 12 Apr 2011

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By Thomas P (1,379) on 02 Nov 2016

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