Noble families in Europe tended to solve the problem of inheritance by sending some sons into military or church service. The third brother in this novel is a writer and philosopher. It is his developement as a free thinker in contrast to Alyosha's faith - a struggle for the soul of Ivan, the flawed man - that makes this one of book often touted as best work of literature ever!
Alas the movie cannot do justice to all three brothers (let alone embedded stories like the inquisitor's) and Ivan's action and lust make him the main focus. Yul Brenner steals the show. Even Williiam Shattner must play second fiddle.
Alas the movie cannot do justice to all three brothers (let alone embedded stories like the inquisitor's) and Ivan's action and lust make him the main focus. Yul Brenner steals the show. Even Williiam Shattner must play second fiddle.
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