World Without End

Not even close, IMO. Quite a disappointment due to the writing, acting and a story line that seems to jump around needlessly. I found it to be lacking all the high points of Pillars. This one has too much of a focus on violence toward women. It included scenes that seem to be pointless except to show how ridiculously perverted a character can be or to show yet another body part. Would not buy this one again.

Maybe not as relevant as the pillars of the earth, but still a well crafted tv serie, good for those who read the book, also for those who didn't and specially , as my self, for those who made it thalf way through, and thought it was pretty much the same stuff as the first one.

I enjoyed immensely the Pillars of the Earth this sequel is very good as well.I purchased it because of the interest created by the first part.

I recommend it to any person that already owns the Pillars of the Earth since we are about 100 years later .

A new favorite! Like "Pillars of the Earth", the predecessor to this, it reveals the life and times of cathedral builders over a century, and difficult times they were. First rate acting, incredible scenery & buildings and the cg is astounding! The movie did very well by the book if you fear for the story line. Really great entertainment!

The movie is quite different from the book, but it contains an add-on documentary that explains it all and the reasons for the change given by Ken Follett himself. I enjoyed the video and viewed the 8 hours in nearly one go which says a lot for capturing one's imagination.
The video tells the story of the struggle of the peasants and displaced people in the Middle Ages against the Crown and feudal England and the corruption of the Church. The effect of the Great Plague on the population and the changes it makes to life in general and to the future of mankind makes it worthwhile viewing. I recommend reading the book as it gives greater depth to the characters.

Wife says book was great. Upon seeing the video, it is evident that whoever directed the video version was really fascinated by explicit sex and violence. CD should have been R rated. Watched it once, thankfully without children around. Will try to sell online and get rid of it.

Having been engrossed by Follett's Pillars of the Earth, I am glad he wrote World Without End. He weaves an excellent tale full of action, suspense, intrigue and teaches the reader history at the same time. Because of his books, my husband and I are now watching Pillars on DVD and we'll follow up with World Without End. Thank you Ken Follett for using your considerable talent to discover the history of the building of the great cathedrals and for sharing it with readers. Readers should take time to review the story behind the story of how and why Follett took on this project.

Although I prefer "Pillars of the Earth," thisfilm is a welcome addition to those of us who were hooked on the Kingsbridge saga. The plot is engaging and the characters beautifully fleshed out. Follett is one author whose work I trust and this was a good film version.

I watched ' World Without End' on Starz Channel. It was a well produced, well researched and facinating experience. So not to miss anything and also to go back to check out what I might have missed, I purchased both the paperback and the DVD. .Historical books are always difficult. Ken Follett had his hands full between writing the novel and then watching his novel adapted to film. You cant put everything on the screen, some scenes/characters have to be sacrificed, story lines eliminated or changed completely due to the restraints of production costs. The so called purests complain on the reviews, it is not fair losing 'stars'. But I do respect their opinions. I would truly recommend 'World Without End' . If you see the DVD , British actor Tom Weston-Jones plays the love interest Merthin ( also is the Detective on BBC production "Copper"). Character goes from innocent youth to the adult architect trying to rebuild Kingsbridge ( the mythical town in medieval England). You read the book, you can imagine exactly how he would react to his circumstances . Spoiler alert : easy on the eyes ladies ! Ben Chaplin, a gifted actor was perfect for the knight turned monk. Again too when you read the book, this character comes to life also. I do not apologize for really enjoying Follett's masterpiece. Watch or read, or do both, you won't be disappointed !

This movie, "World Without End", is an ongoing story and conclusion to the book and movie "Pillars of the Earth". Both are very, very intense and fastenating stories. I loved both. Recommended for adults who enjoy period films and those based on hystorical events. Neither is appropriate for children due to sex, violence, and language.

I love Ken Follett's books and this screen adaptation is an excellent attempt at capturing the flavor of the book. It goes without saying that is probably has something to do with Ken Follett being the consultant on this miniseries. I give to 2 thumbs up!

Production values (sets, costumes, equipment, sound, editing) are first-rate but it can't match the book - but nothing could! Still, it is a very interesting and good depiction of life in those days as I think they probably were. It is interesting to note the director and producer authorized use of language that would warm the heart of a platoon sergeant in the US Army. I haven't seen any explicit porn scenes - yet - but I'm hoping. My wife, German as she is, sneers at her English cousins but she watches right along with me. She wont consider how the 30 Years War in
Germany would have been handled.
The story is truncated but it is all there and beautifully done.

very good, historically accurate, bring life to that period in history. very authentic costumens and sets. You do have to follow it, can't put it on while doing chores and expect to be able to keep up

Not great literature at its base, but sincere and engaging film that incorporates some little know historical elements. We have watched it a number of times, a way to drop into another time and place.

The Washington Post described the book as "a well researched, beautifully detailed portrait of the middle ages"
The movie bears little relationship to the book and noneto this description

I suggest that if you have read the book, you forget the movie