Set against a backdrop of war, religious strife and power struggles which tears lives and families apart.Set against a backdrop of war, religious strife and power struggles which tears lives and families apart.Set against a backdrop of war, religious strife and power struggles which tears lives and families apart.
- Won 1 Primetime Emmy
- 5 wins & 35 nominations total
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The Pillars of the Earth is set against a backdrop of war, religious strife and power struggles which tears lives and families apart. In that time, there rises a magnificent Cathedral in Kingsbridge. Against the backdrop, love-stories entwine: Tom, the master builder, Aliena, the noblewoman, the sadistic Lord William, Philip, the prior of Kingsbridge, Jack, the artist in stone work and Ellen, the woman from the forest who casts a curse. At once, this is a sensuous and enduring love story and an epic that shines with the fierce spirit of a passionate age. Follett masterfully weaves these stories through political turmoil of 12th century England, creating a relevant and viable world for today's audience and for generations to come. —Anonymous
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- TriviaAlthough not shown here, Norman castles (castles didn't exist in England before 1066) would have been whitewashed so as to be seen from miles around. They were intended not only as a defensive structure but also as a statement of the wealth and power of the Norman Lords and crown. We only think of castles as bare stone because over time the whitewash has disappeared and not been replaced, leaving the stone-faced castles we see today. If painted white they would look strange to our modern eyes.
- GoofsThroughout the series, Stephen and Matilda are both referred to as "Majesty". English kings and queens did not use the title "Majesty" until the middle of the 16th century, nearly 400 years after the setting of this series
- ConnectionsFeatured in The Wright Stuff: Episode #14.55 (2010)
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Beautifully done!
"Pillars" is amazing! Yes, it does differ some from the original book but it's another story-telling device that enhances an enthralling tale from the 12th century that is fascinating and exquisitely portrayed. I read the book as well as its sequel and thoroughly enjoyed both. The characters in the mini-series were intriguing, beautifully casted and totally believable. There is no way every detail from the book could be worked into the 8+ hour movie for TV. Critics can take exception to some of the what-was-left-out rather than realizing reading a book and watching a movie involve entirely different enjoyment method levels. The mini-series is worth every effort to view. I sometimes watched episodes 2 or 3 times again to take it all in. The sets, special effects, displays of church control vs. every day life for many was portrayed amazingly well. Say what you will about fractured details, overall "Pillars of the Earth" is a fabulous experience that captivates and informs, most of all, invites interest in the metaphor of the building of some of Europe's most gorgeous reaches for heaven architecture-wise as well as the corruption and deceit of many who defied religious belief in the worst ways when they should have been stellar examples of loving leadership.
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- Sep 2, 2010
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- 聖殿春秋
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- 1.78 : 1
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