An updated version of both the book and the original 1982 PBS series, the new release of Brideshead Revisited on DVD is based on Evelyn Waugh's 1945 book, adapted by Andrew Davies (Pride and Prejudice) and Jeremy Brock (Mrs. Brown). Matthew Goode (Match Point) stars as lower-class Londoner Charles Ryder when a chance encounter with dandyish aristocrat Sebastian Flyte (Ben Whishaw, Perfume) changes the course of his life. The two embark on a close, intense friendship that is further complicated by the introduction of Sebastian's beautiful sister Julia (Hayley Atwell, Cassandra's Dream) and his overbearing, extremely religious mother, Lady Marchmain (Emma Thompson). Brideshead Revisited follows Charles from the carefree '20s through the beginning of World War II, focusing on his complicated relationship with the upper-class family and their estate, Brideshead. Bonus features on this DVD are Deleted Scenes, Audio Commentary by the Filmmakers, and "The World of Brideshead" Featurette. … [Read more...]