William Hurt played the role of Captain Ahab and I truly believe it was his best performance yet.
I tried to read Moby Dick in university, but sadly I just couldn't get into this chunkster by Herman Melville and I read Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett instead.
I've got to say that after watching this miniseries though, I can now fully understand the lure of Moby Dick and why it is an enduring classic. There were so many themes I picked up in the series that I just didn't see while trying to read the book, and I'm surprised to be saying this, it was a real thriller.
Kudos must be given to all those involved in this production, they did a marvellous job bringing Moby Dick to life and I thoroughly recommend it.
My rating = ****
Carpe Librum!
Let me know, have you read Moby Dick by Herman Melville? What are your thoughts?
