When a Charles Dickens story is adapted for stage or screen, it can go one of two ways: it can bring the writers thrilling words to life, or things can get muddled, convoluted and on occasion, boring. Sadly, this production falls firmly and unmistakably in the latter.
Dickens is known for weaving storylines together like threads of a tapestry, usually uniting in a twist of cruel fate for characters we come to know and love. Lost family fortunes, hidden identities and forbidden lovers are commonplace in his stories. London Tide featured all three - almost predictably so.
This new adaptation from Ben Power is taken from the lesser-known story of Our Mutual Friend from Dickens.
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