Goodbye, Mr Chips

I'm such a fan of this story, especially as it appears on film in the 3 incarnations I've viewed so far. The 1939 version, starring Robert Donat and the beautiful Greer Garson is poignant and will always hold a dear place in my heart, mainly because it was the first version I watched. The 1969 musical version starring Peter O'Toole and the cheeky Petula Clark is SO 60s, but SO good. They are perfect together, and O'Toole is excellent as Arthur Chipping. And finally this version from 2002 starring Martin Clunes and Victoria Hamilton. I must admit, I never heard of either of these actors, nor anyone else in the cast, so I was initially skeptical that it would measure up to the other two renditions. As it turns out, the 2002 version has topped my list -- it is by far the best. So well done, it touches every emotion and leaves you thinking about the film and characters long after the DVD has ended. Martin and Victoria are brilliant. Not a single misstep will you find. You're truly missing out if you haven't watched this version yet.

I have seen the original version of this story with Robert Donat and I liked it very much.It's a universal story of resisting cruel and unjust authority and discipline when it may be wiser to temper it with kindness. I did not like the musical version with Peter O'Toole very much. I thought the acting in this movie especially by Martin Clunes was excellent. The aging process was carried off beautifully. I would recommend this to friends or anyone who asked.

Really glad to get this great movie on DVD.Have had it on Video for years but I recently decided to ditch the old VCR and hence have been building up a collection of former favourites from Video now on DVD.Quality was good. Also interesting that a different angle was taken with some of the plot to the old original Black and White Goodbye Mr Chips.Thanks for this I highly recommend it to any who are looking to add to their collections of "Mr Chips" offerings.

This really is a great movie. If you have never seen this movie it is a must see. If you have seen this movie before than it would be a great movie to add to your movie collection.

It's a wonderful story, the characters were excellent, but it felt rushed along. I like all the actors who played in this classic story, but felt they were on stage, having to rush through the scenes.

This was the best version of Goodby Mr. chips I've ever watched. Being a great fan of the British show Doc Martin I thought I would give this movie a try! The acting was superb ! If you like a good tear jerker this will have you bawling like a baby!

Very enjoyable movie.

A very interesting interpretation as compared to the two other more well known versions.However, it was a typically well performed story by the fine actor, Martin Clunes, notunexpected as he gives it everything to makeit memorable.

This is a lovely film. Played by Martin Clunes. He arrives at the school inexperienced & slowly grows into the role of teacher. Eventually accepted & loved by the pupils, he goes from strength to strength. He meets a woman, who he is plainly smitten by & but is out of his depth initially. But, he perseveres & they marry. This is a role made for Clunes. The ageing Mr Chips make up is convincingly achieved & the last scenes are beautifully done. A film to watch many times.

Film fantastico, storia commovente.

Klasse Film, sehr bewegend!

Excellent

The film is nostalgic and sentimental, but absolutely wonderful!