Wednesday, May 10, 2006

Basics of Pride and Prejudice

Title: Pride and Prejudice

Director: Joe Wright

Cast: Keira Knightly, Matthew MacFayden, Rosamund Pike, Jena Malone, Donald Sutherland and Judi Dench

Synopsis: Elizabeth Bennet is the second eldest of five daughters born to a middle class English family. The year is 1797 and Mrs. Bennet is desperate to have her five daughters married off so that they may live comfortably. The wealthy Mr. Bingly arrives to Derbyshire, accompanied by his sister and the enigmatic Mr. Darcy. Mr. Bingly immediately clicks with the eldest Bennet, Jane, whilst Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth seemingly take an instant dislike to each other. However, first impressions are not what they seem.

Most Appealing Aspects: Costuming, setting, acting, dialogue

Most Unappealing Aspect: Drags a bit in places.

Notes: Film is the latest adaptation of Jane Austen's novel, which makes it appealing. Also it has been made remade and adapted several times, so it is interesting to see a large budget movie attempt to stay true to the era and customs.

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