The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie

I missed this in the 70s (just started university and did not have a TV) and only discovered it in 2020 on DVD.

As a recently retired teacher I think schools now lack the spirit of Miss Jean Brodie - a true educator who recognises the individuality of her girls. No teaching to the test or league tables for Miss Brodie - education means inspiration, curiosity and a desire to learn.

Geraldine McEwan is truly wonderful in the title role but she is surrounded by a wealth of acting talent - not least from the girls in her class.

The series is much too short. Get the DVD and watch it!

Sanitized, whitewashed with an abrupt ending. If you've read the Muriel Spark book, there are few similarities. Disappointing in what was a good start Great acting.

I really enjoyed seeing this on PBS. I didn't like the 1969 movie, due to nudity. It was rated PG, however with the nude scene it should have been X. This mini TV series tells about a Girls school. Ms. Brodie was a teacher the girls admired. She took them to the Ballet, served them tea and got them interested in the arts. They should release this mini series to DVD. I'm sure other people would be interested in this program. Dorothy a girl who was interested in the arts had a strict Father, who beat her with a belt. All because she broke the china doing head stands. I give this mini series "A+." I just hope someday that it will be released so everyone can enjoy these type of educational programs sponsored by PBS.

I have watched both this series and the movie with Maggie Smith. Both gave wonderful performances.

What more can you say about 'Geraldine McEwen'. Another Superb Performance by an Icon of Stage and Screen. Geraldine performance of "Miss Jean Brodie" is outstanding. A Must See! if you haven't watched it already. I've been searching for this dvd, and can't seem to get hold of it. Has it been released on dvd? The 'Dame Maggie Smiths' version is just as compelling. British talent at its Best! True Icons of the Stage and Screen... Geraldine McEwen is one of my favourite actresses. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟