They are loved and remembered by millions of fans throughout the world. What the hell were they thinking? Apparently the creators of this film had no idea about the dedicated cult following that these novels have. And remember how evil and terrifying Olivia was in the novel? Not here now she is a strict, religious fanatic who still has the ability to show sadness and regret for her cruel treatment of the children in the attic. Why? Why castrate one of the most potent and frightening characters in the book like this? I'm guessing the creators of this shallow soap opera were too lazy to do the research, or at least mimic a Russian accent. The sexy, and dangerous Russian ballet dancer, Julian is suddenly a whiny, un-intimidating Brit.

Apparently the writers failed to understand that Chris' unswerving devotion to Cathy, was the most tragically romantic aspect of this whole story. For instance, Christopher, who was so tortured by his love for his sister in the novel, suddenly finds time to embark on a shallow romance with a twangy speaking Southern airhead named Sara! Their relationship goes as far as the two becoming engaged. At the same time, newly invented characters are introduced, pointlessly destroying the arc and the rhythm of the story. Characters and incidents that are imperative to the story are sloppily chopped out of the script. Somebody had the blind arrogance and stupidity to think they could improve on the source material, by making major alterations.

Of course it's biggest flaw is the tele-play adaptation. Andrews, mostly fails for several reasons. This TV movie version of the beloved cult novel 'Petals On the Wind' from Gothic romance author V.C.

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