Any Friend of Nicholas Nickleby Is a Friend of Mine
Any Friend of Nicholas Nickleby Is a Friend of Mine

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Any Friend of Nicholas Nickleby Is a Friend of Mine

1982
Movie
52 min
English

The arrival in a small town of a stranger who calls himself 'Charles Dickens' makes a magical and lasting change in the lives of an imaginative 12-year-old boy and a loving young woman.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Robert Michael LewisGenres: Drama, Family

Plot Summary

This television adaptation follows young Nicholas Nickleby as he navigates the harsh realities of Victorian England. After his father's death, Nicholas and his mother and sister are left destitute and are forced to rely on his wealthy but cruel uncle, Ralph Nickleby. Nicholas soon finds himself embroiled in a series of adventures and misfortunes as he tries to protect the innocent and find his own way in the world.

Critical Reception

As a television movie, 'Any Friend of Nicholas Nickleby Is a Friend of Mine' was generally well-received for its faithful adaptation of Charles Dickens' novel. Critics praised its earnest performances and its ability to convey the spirit of the source material to a television audience. While not as grand as cinematic adaptations, it was considered a solid effort for its time and medium.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its faithful adaptation of Dickens' classic novel.

  • Appreciated for its earnest performances, particularly from the lead.

  • Considered a commendable effort in bringing a complex story to television.

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Fun Fact

This television movie is one of many adaptations of Charles Dickens' novel 'The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby', which was first published in serial form between 1838 and 1839.

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