Anne of Green Gables: The Sequel (1987), sometimes known simply as Anne of Avonlea (in reference to L.M. Montgomery’s sequel novels) or aired under other regional titles, is the second television film in the celebrated 1985–1987 Anne miniseries trilogy starring Megan Follows as Anne Shirley. Directed by Kevin Sullivan and produced by Sullivan Entertainment, this 1987 installment continues Anne’s story with warmth, humor, and the same pastoral charm that made the original adaptation a beloved classic. Below is an extensive look at the film: its place in the series, story and themes, performances, production notes, reception, and why it still matters today.
The film holds a on Rotten Tomatoes and is celebrated for its lush cinematography and emotional depth. fylm Anne of Green Gables The Sequel 1987 mtrjm kaml
The cinematography is richer, more autumnal, and darker than the sun-drenched first film. The score, composed by , is a masterpiece of thematic variation. Hardy reprises Anne’s main theme from 1985 but adds minor-key variations for Morgan Harris and a haunting string elegy for the typhoid sequence. The music alone can reduce long-time fans to tears. Anne of Green Gables: The Sequel (1987), sometimes
Lucy Maud Montgomery's novels Anne of Avonlea , Anne of the Island , and Anne of Windy Poplars . Runtime: Approximately 232 minutes (nearly 4 hours). Below is an extensive look at the film:
| Book Element | Film Adaptation | |---------------|----------------| | Anne teaches at Avonlea school | Yes (same) | | Marilla adopts twins Davy & Dora | Yes (same) | | Anne’s college years and romance with Gilbert | Mostly omitted; Gilbert is present in Avonlea | | Miss Lavendar’s romance | Omitted entirely | | Anne’s friend Philippa Gordon | Omitted | | Anne’s writer ambitions | Expanded with fictional conference plot | | Katherine Brooke character | Original to film (based loosely on a minor character) | | Morgan Harris proposal | Original to film |
