FeistyUpper
If you don't like this, we can't be friends.
Stevecorp
Don't listen to the negative reviews
Fatma Suarez
The movie's neither hopeful in contrived ways, nor hopeless in different contrived ways. Somehow it manages to be wonderful
chadedward19772011
While the book on which this mini-series is based is great, this mini- series attempt misses the mark. Perhaps I am spoiled by the quality of the "Sho-Gun" miniseries...or, possibly, I am far too cynical of older films and series. Either way, this was just awful. I recommend the book, pass on the mini-series. However, make time for the mini-series of "Sho- Gun" which came out in the 70's. It is very well done and an accurate treatment of the book. With regards to "Noble House", the music, the acting, and the cinematography is classic gaudy 80's rubbish. It felt like watching "Dynasty" or "Falcon Crest" or any number of those proper shite night time drama's from the era. I was a kid then, but I recall being repulsed by their vapid and shallow dramas even then. To sum it all up; "Noble House" and "Sho-Gu"n novels...very good. "Noble House" mini-series...proper trash. "Sho-Gun" miniseries...worth your time.
msulli2
I got the DVD from a place in Australia...off of E-Bay. It worked fine playing on my computer, and as a DVD movie in my X-Box 360. It does have a different format (PAL) and may not work in all players, but if you love this mini-series as much as I did, you'll get it and watch it on the computer or find a way to watch it! Check E-bay...I think I just searched for Noble House, and it came up. the shipping was pretty quick as well...Pierce Brosnan is great as Ian Dunross...I've also read the book, and find the changes they made in the miniseries not all that disappointing.
evpar2
I have watched this movie several times on VHS. But, I want to have it in the DVD mode. I cannot find the DVD version in the United States. It is available in Australia, shipped to the USA, BUT, they have a RED flag, saying that it can not be viewed, or played with Canada, or USA sold DVD players. Can you help me here, or, at least point me to someone that can enlighten me as to why the USA, does not have it available in the DVD Format. I appreciate any help that you may offer. I have spoken to several other viewers of this movie and they would also like the DVD version. The problem is, we do not know where to go, or whom to contact. I feel that this e-mail, is an excellent review on this Movie. I like to view such excellent movies again and again.Perry Paradise
davidm-21
Noble House has been well represented on screen - mostly due to the involvement of the author, James Clavell, in the writing of the screenplay.Pierce Brosnan, in his role as Tai-pan Ian Dunross, shows the very talents that would have directly influenced the decision to offer him the role of James Bond. He perfectly blends the debonair with the ruthlessness required to survive in the competitive world of Hong Kong trading companies.Deborah Raffin's performance leaves something to be desired, portraying the corporate female executive making it in a 'man's world'.The book, as is usually the case, is far better, with more interesting sub-plots being developed.Inspector Cross is actually a KGB spy, KC Tcholok was never involved with Ian Dunross - she was Linc Bartletts mistress, and Ian Dunross was married. The reference made in the film to Linc's final question about 'how easy is it to get married in Hong Kong' was not related to Orlanda Ramos - but to Casey.Despite the shortcomings of the mini-series in direct comparison with the book, viewers should judge the mini-series on it's own - without reference to the book.My advice - see the mini-series first - then read the book. If you like the series, you must read the book - it is well worth your while.
