Which are considered the best adaptations of Dickens novels in recent years?

A recent great adaptation is 'The Handmaid's Tale' series. It takes Margaret Atwood's novel and turns it into a very relevant and disturbing look at a dystopian society. The visuals are striking, and the acting, especially Elisabeth Moss as Offred, is superb. It really delves deep into the themes of female oppression and resistance.

I think 'Gerald's Game' was a very good recent adaptation. It was a challenging story to adapt, as much of it takes place in one room with a woman handcuffed to a bed. But the movie managed to build tension and horror effectively, just like the book.

Definitely 'Oliver Twist'. It's a classic that exposes the dark side of society, like the workhouses and the treatment of orphans. 'Great Expectations' is also among the best. It has a very engaging plot with twists and turns.

One of the best adaptations is 'Great Expectations' (1946). It captured the essence of Dickens' complex characters and the gloomy atmosphere of the novel really well. The actors' performances were top - notch, bringing Pip, Estella, and Miss Havisham to life vividly.

Recently, 'Bitter Root' has had a great adaptation. It has a great art style that showcases the Harlem Renaissance - era setting and the story of a family of monster hunters. 'Lumberjanes' is another good one. The graphic novel adaptation is full of fun, adventure, and girl - power. It has a colorful and energetic art style that matches the light - hearted yet exciting story. And 'The Wicked + The Divine' is also a great recent adaptation. It has a very stylish art style and tells an interesting story about gods reincarnating as humans every ninety years.

I think 'A Tale of Two Cities' is a strong contender for the best Dickens novel. It's set against the backdrop of the French Revolution. The story of Sydney Carton's sacrifice is truly moving. Dickens' descriptions of the chaos and upheaval during that time are masterful, and it also delves into themes of resurrection and redemption.

Another great one is 'A Tale of Two Cities'. It's set against the backdrop of the French Revolution. The story of Sydney Carton's sacrifice is both tragic and heroic. Dickens' ability to weave historical events with fictional characters is masterful here. It's full of drama, love, and political unrest.

The 'The Broken Earth' trilogy by N. K. Jemisin is quite remarkable. It has a unique take on magic and science in a post - apocalyptic world that's also a strong commentary on race and society. 'The Murderbot Diaries' by Martha Wells is another great recent series. The main character, a self - aware security bot, is very engaging.

One of the top recent ones is 'Little Women'. Greta Gerwig's adaptation was fresh and engaging. It brought out the different personalities of the March sisters really well. Also, 'Joker' was a very interesting take on the character from the Batman comics. It was more of a character study and Joaquin Phoenix's performance was outstanding. It was based on the concept of the character from the comics, which can be considered as a form of novel - like origin.

Definitely 'Bleak House'. The story weaves together multiple plots and characters in a complex web, highlighting the inefficiency of the legal system in Dickens' time. 'Hard Times' is also a top - notch work as it criticizes the harsh industrial society and its effects on people, with characters like Gradgrind representing the cold, utilitarian values.