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List Price: $39.95 | | Label: A&E HOME VIDEO
Salesrank: 347
Released: September 25, 2001 |
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MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Media: DVD |
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Editorial Review:
In early nineteenth-century England, a spirited young woman copes with the romantic entanglements of her four sisters, and her feelings for a brooding gentleman.
Genre: Feature Film-Drama
Rating: NR
Release Date: 25-SEP-2001
Media Type: DVD
Description of Pride and Prejudice - The Special Edition (A&E, 1996):
Jane Austen's classic novel of 1813, Pride and Prejudice, still wins the hearts of countless schoolgirls with its romantic story of Elizabeth Bennet and her Mr. Darcy. Now, the 1996 BBC miniseries is winning over adults, with its faithful adaptation, gorgeous scenery, and superb acting.
The essence of the story is the antagonism between Mr. Darcy, a wealthy single man who believes Elizabeth to be beneath him, and Elizabeth, who upon being insulted at a dance by the aloof Darcy refuses to associate with him in any manner. Austen evokes incredible tension with the wit and flirtation of the two characters, and director Simon Langton (who also directed Upstairs Downstairs) successfully translates the repartee and conflict in this six-hour miniseries. Dialogue, for the most part, is painstakingly replicated, except when fleshing out and smoothing for modern sensibilities was necessary. Darcy, for instance, is drawn out, giving his personality significantly more depth. The acting sweeps you away to Regency England: Jennifer Ehle (of Wilde) is convincing as the obstinate Elizabeth, who, despite her mother's attempts to marry her off, spurs the attentions of Darcy. And Colin Firth (of The English Patient) will have women everywhere longing for a Mr. Darcy of their own.
For those who have been on an Austen binge--enjoying such excellent adaptations as Sense and Sensibility and Persuasion--this miniseries will round out the ultimate Austen video library. For those new to these romantic period pieces, this version of Pride and Prejudice will have you hooked and longing for more. One caveat, however: plan to watch it in an entire day, because very few have the self-control to not watch all six hours in a single sitting. --Jenny Brown
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Pride and Prejudice - The Special Edition (A&E, 1996) Reviews:
Wonderful Adaptaion 
2009-11-10 - After reading some reviews I was worried about the DVD quality. I was pleased to find that the color in the DVD was not washed out and looked very good! This A&E presentation was a very good representation of the book. The acting and costumes were phenominal! I thought that Lydia and Mr. Bingley were cast perfectly. This DVD is a must for any Pride and Prejudice fan. It was well worth the money.
Best Austen Adaptation
2009-11-10 - I have to agree with many of the other reviewers in that this is the best screen adaptation of a book I've ever seen. The cast is perfect to play the roles, and the acting is solid. The characters on screen look as I picture them while reading the book. I had to shell out a lot of cash to get my hands on this back when it was a special order vhs box set years ago. Very glad to have it on DVD. If you're an Austen fan or someone who enjoys period pieces, you have to check this one out.
The one and only
2009-11-08 - What can I say? This movie is the absolute best. No one, and I mean no one, could possibly play the roles better than Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle.
Ladies, you want a rush....buy this CD.
Excellent Jane austin movie
2009-11-06 - My favorite movie and love the actors
especially Colin firth
think it is one of the best he has ever made
Excellent Jane austin movie
I had seen all of the movies here in the Jane Austen's set
so knew I would enjoy it
When I am down I just put in Jane Austin Movie and will feel better by the end of the movie
very good acting and english scenery
Her stories are the best to watch
will watch it over and over
chfancier
Pride and Prejudice
2009-11-05 - If you like love stories, then you will love this one. Cannot tell you how many times I have watched my 2 DVD set of this beautiful love story. Takes you back in time (19th century). What a way to spend a lazy afternoon or quiet evening! You need to sit, uninterrupted to catch the one-liners. Oh the manners of the people in that era! Men would not be as interested in this style but ladies are drawn to it....Highly recommend to the ladies.
