Review of Possession (2002) by David Sterritt for Christian Science Monitor — 17 Aug 2002
The problem with Possession isn't that it's filmed in a lackluster way, but that it shouldn't have been filmed at all. Byatt's novel is an adventure in language, telling its story through a kaleidoscopic array of Victorian-style poetry and prose, alongside gripping accounts of the characters' activities and escapades.
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This review of Possession (2002) was written by David Sterritt and published by Christian Science Monitor on 17 Aug 2002.
Possession has generally received positive reviews.
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