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All rights reserved.Pride and Prejudice (2006, DVD)
| Movie Description 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 Bennet and Donald Sutherland as her wry, withdrawn husband; Jena Malone as teenage twit Lydia; Judi Dench, effortlessly haughty and imperious, as Lady Catherine de Bourg; and Tom Hollander, who steals every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.
Editorial Reviews Rolling Stone - Peter Travers (11/17/2005) Entertainment Weekly - Owen Gleiberman (11/18/2005) New York Times - Stephen Holden (11/11/2005) USA Today - Claudia Puig (11/23/2005) Movieline's Hollywood Life - Sorina Diaconescu (03/01/2006) Ultimate DVD - Ultimate DVD Staff (04/01/2008) | Find errors in the product description? Submit a catalog update request now. | ||||||||||
Top Reviews  Classic And BeautifulReview created: 10/01/06 by:  9 of 12 people found this review helpful. I loved the book and loved the movie just as much! Pride and Prejudice is a classic and I feel the integrity was kept in its reproduction. The set and costume design are amazing and appropriate for the time period, not to mention beautiful. Keira Knightly plays a stunning Lizzie, acts gracefully and true to the character. The movie stirs up hope and desire, just as the book does page by page. The end of the movie leaves you wishing for more of the old-fashioned scenery and situations... wishing for love. This is the perfect movie for the ladies... cuddle up in a warm blanket and watch this on a rainy day! Review ID: 10000000001942069 Was this review helpful? Report this review A Wonder-Fully Beautiful FilmReview created: 09/19/06 by: 5 of 9 people found this review helpful. I absolutely loved this movie. A great love story, old fashioned romance, true-love and tastefully sexy. A classic story of two people who think they wouldn't like each other at all. Their lives become intermingled and Elizabeth finds that she is captivated by the one person she thought she would loathe for all time. So snuggle in with the one you love and watch this endearing love story....You won't be sorry !! Review ID: 10000000001885340 Was this review helpful? Report this review  Romantic yet again!4 of 7 people found this review helpful. I love this story! Bought it for my collection. This newer, shorter version of the classic still has its own charm in telling the story of the Bennett family. The actors each bring their own uniqueness to the characters, and in turn add a slightly different view on the lives they portray. Though this story's scenes are not as in depth as the much longer mini-series, it is still an enjoyable tale of young romance. One of my favorite moments is the early morning mist scene of Lizzie (Keira Knightley) taking a walk and Mr. Darcy (Matthew MacFayden) finding her, near the ending. Review ID: 10000000001901923 Was this review helpful? Report this review  Not upbeat romantic comedy at all!Review created: 03/27/06 by: 2 of 7 people found this review helpful. This film almost makes you hate Elizabeth's charcater, seems up-tight and rude, and start to feel sorry for the shy hansome Mr Darcy. The music is very lovely but almost depressing in the film to show she is lonely. Her sister's affection for Mr Bingly is questionable, and not really apparent other than he is way to happy! I wasn't impressed with Donald Sutherland's performance either, he seemed to mumble and never really be a part of the scene even when he is talking. I love Pride and Predjudice the book and earlier films but this one seemed to be lacking. Review ID: 10000000000822934 Was this review helpful? Report this review  Pride & PrejudiceReview created: 03/16/06 by: 3 of 15 people found this review helpful. this flick by far failed the book. But then, does Hollywood ever read the book before they make the movie? Don't waste your time or money on this one! F-- Review ID: 10000000000797846 Was this review helpful? Report this review |
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