Rebecca is a book dear to my heart.
To those who said they hated Lily James' character for being so timid and weak and not stepping up to own Manderley, I think that's the whole point of her character its main function to contrast that of Rebecca. The fact that people hated her character means that one should really congratulate LJ for her successful portrayal of Mrs de Winter, which I think is loyal to the book. Although I wish some of the scenes where longer to allow LJ to really act out the emotions.
I thought the Manderley set is marvellous, though some important points are missing, like the rhododendrons imagery or flowers in the valley. Also agree with some of the other reviews that suspense was lacking and it does feel rushed. But overall I liked the film and makes me want to read the book again.
To those who said they hated Lily James' character for being so timid and weak and not stepping up to own Manderley, I think that's the whole point of her character its main function to contrast that of Rebecca. The fact that people hated her character means that one should really congratulate LJ for her successful portrayal of Mrs de Winter, which I think is loyal to the book. Although I wish some of the scenes where longer to allow LJ to really act out the emotions.
I thought the Manderley set is marvellous, though some important points are missing, like the rhododendrons imagery or flowers in the valley. Also agree with some of the other reviews that suspense was lacking and it does feel rushed. But overall I liked the film and makes me want to read the book again.