Pride and Prejudice - The Special Edition (A&E, 1996)
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Movie Reviews of Pride and Prejudice - The Special Edition (A&E, 1996)
Movie Review: A Masterpiece
Summary: 5 Stars
Rarely do I call anything a "Masterpiece", but this is truly that. I am not one for period movies and wasn't sure what to expect. I must admit that I watched this in part, because it was regarded so highly in the book, "Bridget Jones' Diary", which was loosely based on Jane Austen's book.
This beautiful story is brought to life on screen in such an amazing way. The casting is absolutely wonderful as are the costumes and the scenary. It seems that they truly were able to capture that period on time on film, flawlessly.
Jennifer Ehle is amazing. She's stunning, clever and charming and I can't think of anyone better to perform that role. It was so memorable. Collin Firth really defines Mr. Darcy. His range of emotion is absolutely wonderful. It's not even the words he speaks, it's the non-verbals that really make it. Stellar performance.
The remaining casting was fabulous as well. Particulary Elizabeth's parents, her sister Jane and her youngest sister.
I can't say enough about this film. An absolute surprise for me as I wasn't sure if I would even like this film. It's well worth the time spent viewing as including all of the story, really added to the depth and made it even more enjoyable than a typical 2 hour movie.
I will be watching this movie again and again in the future. It's one of my top favorites of all time.
As for the quality of the DVD. It's fine and what I would expect for a $23.99 2DVD set. No complaints. I may upgrade to the special ediation version in the future because of the good reviews. I am certainly happy with what I have though.....
This is one of just a few movies that I have in my video library and a great add......
Movie Review: I Love This Movie!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have this 10th Anniversary Limited Collector's Edition and watch it at least once per month. This version of the story, the screen play, the dialogue, the costumes, and the actors are far superior to the American version which stars that stick figure actress Kira Knightley. Yuck.
An amazing adaption of a wonderful story.
Movie Review: Excellent! Job well done!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is my favorite movie version of Pride and Prejudice and the bes that I have seen. The actors are convincing and the story line includes enough of the original story that you understand what's going on even if you hadn't read the books. An excellent job was done when this was made!Movie Review: Excellent - much better than the Keira Knightley movie
Summary: 5 Stars
If you want to watch Pride and Prejudice, then this is by far the best version. Jane Austen wrote a great novel, with fantastic prose and this production does it justice.
It was a BBC series, and because it ran for a full hour (no commercials on the BBC!) for six weeks, you'll need to put aside 6 hours or split it up to watch it, but is really worth your time. It is very close to the original book. Albeit Mr D'Arcy did not swim across the pond in the book, but after seeing Colin Firth come out of the water, you'll consider this a worthwhile deviation of the original....swoon!!
The acting is excellent, and everything about it from the costumes to the locations are fantastic. It is sumptuous. I'd agree that when compared side by side, the VHS version bathes it in a lovely glow as the color is much warmer.
I prefer Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle as D'Arcy and Lizzy; the chemistry is excellent and perfect for the Regency era. The looks they share across the piano are so charged. Keira Knightley was too modern in her portrayal and the way her mouth quirks all over the place during intense moments drives me crazy. I found the scene in the rain where D'Arcy proposes to Knightley with all the dark eye make-up totally ridiculous ad they tried to make it more modern which didn't work. The BBC version follows the book almost verbatim and it is so satisfying to watch all that passion lying just under the surface.
I'd absolutely recommend this version. If it is too expensive here, look on ebay, but personally I feel it is worth every penny.
Don't forget to re-read the book though.
Movie Review: 1996 vs 2006
Summary: 5 Stars
2006: Given the time constraints of a movie, this version does not develop the characters very well which is the cornerstone of Janes' writing, the spoken word does not follow the book, the characters are not as mannerly as they are written in the book, major parts of the book are missing (ie., the Bingley sisters, many of the piano performances by Elizabeth are missing, some of the balls are not in this version), the English dialect is not constantly spoken. I given this version 3 stars.
1996: Given the luxious length, this version does develop the characters very well, is true to Janes' book, is stellar in the use of manners of the day, major parts of the book are not missing including the best part of the whole series which is Janes' performance at Penberly on the piano - she and Mr. Darcy actually make love just looking at one another - yummy performance, and the English dialect is spoken throughout. The Bingley sisters are present and a major part of the movie as well as Elizabeths' mother which is so excellently played!! I would say Jane herself would be so proud of this version that I would given it 10 srars if I could but for now we'll give it 5 stars