The new BBC Emma will air in the U.S. in three parts on PBS from January 24 to February 7, 2010.
Sadly, it hasn't done that well in Britain. The first episode was watched by 4.4 million and over one million of those viewers decided to skip the rest of the miniseries. Not a good sign.
Sadly, it hasn't done that well in Britain. The first episode was watched by 4.4 million and over one million of those viewers decided to skip the rest of the miniseries. Not a good sign.
Emma's poor performance has led some to question the BBC's decision to adapt an Austen classic that has been on screen so many times before.
One leading drama producer said: 'I don't think audiences are as excited about Emma - perhaps they are not excited by Austen anymore.'
As if. I think it's more likely that this version just isn't very good. Will I watch anyway? Of course. At least the first episode.
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