Photo credit: Mollie Rose for Raechelle Banno; George Maher for Karina Banno From the network that brought to life many of the books in V.C. Andrews’ rich bibliography, comes the newest film adaptations. Adapted from the Ruby Landry books, Ruby, Pearl in the Mist, All That Glitters, and Hidden Jewel are every bit as pulpy … Continue reading Interview: Actresses Raechelle Banno & Karina Banno
Film Review: VC Andrews’ Hidden Jewel
★★★ The darkest and most serious in tone out of the four Landry Lifetime adaptations, Hidden Jewel backpedals from the over-the-top intrigue of the previous two movies. The film rewinds the action as well, forming a self-reflective ‘greatest hits’ journey. Returning to the bayou of the origin film, Ruby, allows us to consider just how … Continue reading Film Review: VC Andrews’ Hidden Jewel