Pride And Prejudice (DVD)
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It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in
possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.
The story for those not familiar with this well known tale is relatively simple. The not particularly affluent Bennets, led by patriarch Mr Bennet (Donald Sutherland) and his demanding wife Mrs Bennet (Brenda Blethyn) have five blossoming daughters. Now if this excess of females is an issue in 2006 when having that many of marrying age would likely lead to a second mortgage to cover the weddings, it is an absolute dilemma in Georgian England of the late 18th century when marrying the right kind of man is about the only way for any woman of low station to get ahead in life. Adding to the Bennet's problems is they have no sons, which due to some antiquated law means the Bennet estate will pass to some distant male cousin rather than any of the female Bennets after the passing of the parents.
In keeping with the times and along with almost every mother in similar circumstances, Mrs Bennet's sole aim in life is to find a suitable suitor for her daughters. Her brood includes the second oldest, the opinionated and incredibly strong-willed and intelligent Elizabeth (Keira Knightley) and the eldest Jane (Rosamund Pike), who is of marrying age and is the current target of Mrs Bennet's match-making skills.
With all these young ladies on offer, would-be suitors come knocking regularly, so when wealthy Mr Bingley (Simon Woods) arrives in town with his sister (Kelly Reilly) and snooty, but even richer, friend Mr Darcy (Matthew MacFadyen), Mrs Bennet's marrying fervour reaches fever pitch.
Mr Bingley is smitten with Jane and it looks like a wedding could be on the cards. But it is the reaction from the aloof and incredibly dull Mr Darcy to the delightful antics of the cheeky Elizabeth that throws up the most intriguing storyline. Will this unlikely duo form a couple? Only time will tell and some sparks are sure to fly.
This is a pretty faithful adaptation of the Jane Austen classic, with little evidence of jazzing the story up for the masses. It looks authentic, contains plenty of stately locations and some beautiful production design and costuming. But it is the performances that provide the final layer of sparkle. Keira Knightley is superb as the cheeky Elizabeth, to such an extent you forget it is her in the role and think only of the character on the screen. Matthew MacFadyen is not bad as Mr Darcy, though most females I have spoken to say he doesn't cut it compared to the irresistible Colin Firth. The supporting cast, including turns from Donald Sutherland as Mr Bennet and Dame Judi Dench as an English noble is excellent.
EXTRA FEATURES
Audio Commentary-Joe Wright (Director)
Featurette-The Politics Of Dating
Featurette-The Stately Homes Of Pride And Prejudice
Featurette-The Bennets
Featurette-The Life And Times Of Jane Austen
Notes-Pride And Prejudice Family Tree
Gallery-Galleries Of The 19th Century (3)
Featurette- On Set Diaries
Alternate Ending
Notes-Pride And Prejudice Study Guide By Katy Marriner
Pride And Prejudice (DVD)
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It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in
possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.
The story for those not familiar with this well known tale is relatively simple. The not particularly affluent Bennets, led by patriarch Mr Bennet (Donald Sutherland) and his demanding wife Mrs Bennet (Brenda Blethyn) have five blossoming daughters. Now if this excess of females is an issue in 2006 when having that many of marrying age would likely lead to a second mortgage to cover the weddings, it is an absolute dilemma in Georgian England of the late 18th century when marrying the right kind of man is about the only way for any woman of low station to get ahead in life. Adding to the Bennet's problems is they have no sons, which due to some antiquated law means the Bennet estate will pass to some distant male cousin rather than any of the female Bennets after the passing of the parents.
In keeping with the times and along with almost every mother in similar circumstances, Mrs Bennet's sole aim in life is to find a suitable suitor for her daughters. Her brood includes the second oldest, the opinionated and incredibly strong-willed and intelligent Elizabeth (Keira Knightley) and the eldest Jane (Rosamund Pike), who is of marrying age and is the current target of Mrs Bennet's match-making skills.
With all these young ladies on offer, would-be suitors come knocking regularly, so when wealthy Mr Bingley (Simon Woods) arrives in town with his sister (Kelly Reilly) and snooty, but even richer, friend Mr Darcy (Matthew MacFadyen), Mrs Bennet's marrying fervour reaches fever pitch.
Mr Bingley is smitten with Jane and it looks like a wedding could be on the cards. But it is the reaction from the aloof and incredibly dull Mr Darcy to the delightful antics of the cheeky Elizabeth that throws up the most intriguing storyline. Will this unlikely duo form a couple? Only time will tell and some sparks are sure to fly.
This is a pretty faithful adaptation of the Jane Austen classic, with little evidence of jazzing the story up for the masses. It looks authentic, contains plenty of stately locations and some beautiful production design and costuming. But it is the performances that provide the final layer of sparkle. Keira Knightley is superb as the cheeky Elizabeth, to such an extent you forget it is her in the role and think only of the character on the screen. Matthew MacFadyen is not bad as Mr Darcy, though most females I have spoken to say he doesn't cut it compared to the irresistible Colin Firth. The supporting cast, including turns from Donald Sutherland as Mr Bennet and Dame Judi Dench as an English noble is excellent.
EXTRA FEATURES
Audio Commentary-Joe Wright (Director)
Featurette-The Politics Of Dating
Featurette-The Stately Homes Of Pride And Prejudice
Featurette-The Bennets
Featurette-The Life And Times Of Jane Austen
Notes-Pride And Prejudice Family Tree
Gallery-Galleries Of The 19th Century (3)
Featurette- On Set Diaries
Alternate Ending
Notes-Pride And Prejudice Study Guide By Katy Marriner