Pride and Prejudice (FS/DVD)

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    Full Frame This version of Jane Austen`s fiercely beloved novel has the daunting task of living up not only to th
 
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    This version of Jane Austen`s fiercely beloved novel has the daunting task of living up not only to the classic book, but also to the excellent 1995 miniseries of the same name. Yet 2005`s PRIDE & PREJUDICE is up to the task, thanks to lively pacing, a witty script, an excellent cast, and clever direction from British newcomer Joe Wright. The surprisingly still-relevant story follows the five Bennet sisters as they deal with suitors and love, as their mother desperately schemes to marry them off advantageously. Sweet-tempered beauty Jane (Rosamund Pike) develops feelings for the equally amiable and extremely wealthy Mr. Bingley (Simon Woods), but forces conspire to keep them apart--while Lizzie (Keira Knightley) finds herself first appalled by, but gradually drawn to, Bingley`s aloof, intelligent, and socially awkward friend, Mr. Darcy (Matthew MacFayden). The movie, at just over two hours, is forced to cut and condense a number of the book`s subplots, and at times it tries to heighten the drama of certain scenes. But, for the most part, it`s as faithful to the spirit of the original as time and cinematic convention allow.

    The tremendous supporting cast includes Brenda Blethyn as Mrs. Bennet and Donald Sutherland as her wry, withdrawn husband; Jena Malone as teenage twit Lydia; Judi Dench, effortlessly haughty and imperious, as Lady Catherine de Bourg; and Tom Hollander, who steals every scene he`s in as the ludicrously pompous and awkward Mr. Collins. The movie`s script, adapted by Deborah Moggach, manages to be proto-feminist without becoming anachronistic--and, like the novel, it is incisive about the class politics and gender inequalities of the day.
 

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Overall Rating: 4.9

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love story

onelove847 from Zion, IL, Jun 10, 2009

If you enjoy a good old fashioned love story than this is the movie for you. It also has a few laughs along the way

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A perfect love story

viv5 from Newark, NJ, Jan 29, 2008

A true lover of Jane Austen's books and The Pride and Prejudice top all her books. Keira Knightly delivers a masterpiece performance of all time. My family resembles the Bennet family in behavior, but i have more brothers than sisters. I strongly recommend this romantic movie.

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Who's Proud? Who's Prejudice?

keleia from Washington, Jan 29, 2008

I was pleasantly surprised at the recent adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. Mind you, I have watched the Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth many times over and was very concerned that I wouldn't enjoy this new version. I was afraid that they might have pushed things too far, but...well, you must watch it and see for yourself!

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WHAT A SURPRISE!!

sitti from Apopka, Fl, Oct 10, 2007

SOMETIMES, CLASSICS CAN BE STUFFY AND BORING, NO SO WITH THIS MOVIE! I LOVE THIS VERSION SO MUCH, I'VE WATCHED IT OVER AND OVER! IT'S A JOY TO WATCH WITH JUST A HINT OF ROMANTIC JESTURES, THAT IT MAKES ME MELT EVERYTIME I SEE IT! THE SCENERY IS BREATHTAKING AND YOU'LL PLAY THE MUSIC OVER IN YOUR HEAD OFTEN! THIS IS ONE I'M SO HAPPY I DIDN'T MISS!

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Great

cloudkicker from Santa Maria CA, Jun 6, 2007

  • Suitability for all ages:5 out of 5
  • Entertainment Value:5 out of 5
  • Value:4 out of 5

This is a great modern remake of the original pride and prejudice. I have seen several different versions and this is a great remake with a more modern look. Some scene removed from the original story to shorten the movie but otherwise great movie for a night with you and your significant other to sit down and enjoy.

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