At first, I didn't like this movie, but after seeing it again, it grew on me. I love the Jennifer Ehle/Colin Firth version, however, it is over 5 hours. For making the story in a shorter movie format, things have to be cut. With that in mind, I have no problems with the movie. Matthew Macfayden even appeals to me as Mr. Darcy. I love the scene when after he proposes, they argue and nearly kiss (one of the more passionate portrayals of our heroes). I have never seen (even the BBC Ehle/Firth version) a movie exactly like the book. Enjoy seeing Jane Austen's work brought to life in a movie form that is at least faithful to overall story--after all, the 1040's version has Lady Catherine approving of the marriage after "testing" Lizzie! Reply to this...
Rating given: 1 / 5
i was appalled at this movie, it isn't true to the book at all, it's been Americanized beyond belief and Keira Knightly is far too vain and pouty to pull off the strong minded, witty Lizzie! And don't get me started on Matthew McFadyen as Darcy! All I can say there is that he is not handsome enough to tempt me!! The BBC version with Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle is lightyears ahead of this production! Reply to this...
I watched this movie with my best friend twice when she slept over, I plan on buying it myself and watching it again and again :) A timeless classic that even captured the attention of my step dad. Reply to this...
Rating given: 4 / 5
I know most people prefer the 1995 BBC production however I like this adaptation a bit more. And the main reason is that it conveys emotion and the torment of our characters so much more than the coveted mini-series. Firth is incredible but he didn't portray emotion to me. The movie has flaws but as a compressed adaptation it manages to really make me really attach and feel for the characters. I could do that well with the book but not very well with the 1995 mini-series. Reply to this...
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