The Canterbury Tales (series) (2003)
Release Year: 2003
Nation: N/A
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Andy De Emmony, John McKay, Julian Jarrold, Marc Munden
Writer: Avie Luthra, Geoffrey Chaucer, Olivia Hetreed, Peter Bowker, Sally Wainwright, Tony Grounds, Tony Marchant
Summary
'The Canterbury Tales' (2003) is a modern retelling of Geoffrey Chaucer's classic collection of tales. Set in contemporary England, the miniseries follows a group of strangers who converge on a pilgrimage to Canterbury Cathedral. Each episode focuses on one tale from the original collection, adapted for a modern audience by different directors. The series explores themes of love, lust, betrayal, and redemption through its diverse range of stories, offering a unique blend of historical literature and modern storytelling.