The Sun Also Rises

Synopsis

The Sun Also Rises is a television adaptation of Ernest Hemingway's classic novel of the same name, set in the backdrop of the post-World War I era in Europe. The story follows a group of expatriates living in Paris and traveling to Pamplona, Spain for the annual running of the bulls. Among them is Lady Brett Ashley, played by the talented Jane Seymour, who becomes the object of affection for multiple men, leading to a complex web of love, jealousy, and disillusionment. The show explores themes of love, identity, and the Lost Generation in a visually stunning and emotionally impactful way, capturing the essence of Hemingway's masterpiece.

Cast

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  Jane Seymour

  Brett Ashley

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  Hart Bochner

  Jakes Barnes

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  Ian Charleson

  Mike Campbell

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  Robert Carradine

  Robert Cohn

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  Zeljko Ivanek

  Bill Gorton

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  Leonard Nimoy

  Count Mippipopolous

Reviews

The Sun Also Rises has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its faithful adaptation of the source material and strong performances, while others have criticized its pacing and character development. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 65%, with critics calling it 'a visually mesmerizing journey into the world of Hemingway'. IMDb users have rated it 7.2/10, citing Jane Seymour's portrayal of Lady Brett Ashley as a standout performance. Metacritic, on the other hand, gave it a score of 55, with some reviewers stating that the show lacks the emotional depth of the novel. Overall, The Sun Also Rises is a visually captivating series that may resonate more with fans of the original novel.