Review of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie (1969) by Rebecca P — 16 Apr 2015

Good movie with a wonderful performance from Maggie Smith, Robert Stephens, and Pamela Franklin.

This review of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie (1969) was written by Rebecca P on 16 Apr 2015.

The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie has generally received very positive reviews.

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I ADORE the book, so I didn't expect the movie to be better. and while that wa the case, I still liked it quite a bit and found it a fair adaptation…

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By Joanna N (78) on 17 Sep 2009

The plot is so bizarre but the fantastic performance of Maggie Smith in the title role pulls it all together…

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By Elizabeth S (547) on 01 Jul 2011

Hah! Haven't seen this since we did the play in '03. Love the story just as much and still remember all the dialogue, lol…

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By Ilsa L (252) on 11 Feb 2012

While Maggie Smith's portrayal of Jean Brodie is nothing short of amazing, I was repulsed by the character herself and could not empathize…

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By John B (4,244) on 10 Feb 2014

Interesting how Maggie Smith got into the older roles at such a young age. She gives a wonderful and memorable performance every time out though…

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By Steve B (1,343) on 24 May 2012

The film is an acting showcase. Maggie Smith is absolutely brilliant in this film. There is not one flaw in Smith's performance…

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By Cindy A (72) on 05 Mar 2015

Just watched this for the first time and I don't understand why this movie was considered amazing…

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By Orlok W (1,270) on 01 Jan 2014

The creme de la creme of performances by Maggie Smith--The movie of a generation…

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