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The Making of "Pride and Prejudice" (BBC) (Paperback)

by Sue Birtwistle (Author), Susie Conklin (Author) "Writing a six-part television serial is difficult and time-consuming work, but for Andrew Davies adapting Pride and Prejudice was a particularly enjoyable experience: 'The novel..." (more)

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Paperback: 128 pages
Publisher: Penguin; TV Tie in Ed edition (3 Jul 1997)
Language English
ISBN-10: 014025157X
ISBN-13: 978-0140251579
Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 18.8 x 0.8 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

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The BBC’s lavish adaptation of ‘Pride and Prejudice’, starring Colin Firth, was eighteen months in the making and continues to captivate audiences today. This indispensable companion to the series is packed with colour photographs, interviews and lavish illustrations. Follow a typical day's filming, including the wholesale transformation of Lacock village into Jane Austen's Meryton. Discover how Colin Firth approaches the part of Darcy, how actors' costumes and wigs are designed and how Carl Davis recreates the period music and composes an original score. Piece together the roles of behind-the-scenes contributors from researchers to fencing masters.

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Sue Birtwistle is the former director of the Royal Lyceum Theatre in Education Company in Edinburgh and founding director of the Nottingham Playhouse Roundabout Company. Susie Conklin is currently a drama script associate at Granada Television.

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Writing a six-part television serial is difficult and time-consuming work, but for Andrew Davies adapting Pride and Prejudice was a particularly enjoyable experience: 'The novel itself is actually my favourite novel and has been for ages. Read the first page

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5.0 out of 5 stars A 'MUST- HAVE' FOR PRIDE AND PREJUDICE FANS!, 13 April 2002

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Never having seen the BBC miniseries, I took a chance in buying the P&P DVD a fortnight ago. Since then, I've watched it hundreds of times and just couldn't get enough of it. I wanted to know more about it, so I brought this book, and I must say, it hasing disappointed me at all. It answers vitrually every question you may ever ask on the series, it really fills in the gaps. It not only talks of the obvious things, like the filming, script, casting and costumes, but also details like location hunting, dance routines, music and sound effects. There is also a chapter devoted to an interview with Colin Firth (Mr Darcy). Reading it made me appreciate in fact how challenging it was to act out the part of Mr Darcy in a decent way. The book includes many beautiful colour photos, and each page is thoughtfully laid out. Ideally though, it would be nice to have an interview with Jennifer Ehle as well as Colin Firth, I mean, she IS Elizabeth Bennet, the main character. She is very talented, and I'd like to know why they chose her to play Elizabeth and not someone else. Nevertheless,trust me, you will see the series in a brand new light after reading this, all that work, thought, people and time devoted to make a 6-episoded miniseries. You will be very grateful and enjoy the series enough more. This is the perfect companion book to complement the series, and a definate 'must- have' for every P&P fan, especially if you own the DVD or the video.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great guide to a wonderful series, 5 Jan 2003

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As a fan of the 1995 BBC version of Pride and Prejudice and too of the novel, I have been looking for this book for a while... and I wasn't disappointed. The Making of Pride and Prejudice goes into great detail about how the series was made, who was involved and also gives general information about film making.

Includes delightful interview with Colin Firth, details of filming locations, set designs and costumes which makes you appreciate the series even more. I've never bought a "Making of.." before but this was a joy to read.

If you love the BBC series then it's a must-have.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Everything you ever wanted to know about the BBC film., 16 Nov 1999

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'The Making of Pride & Prejudice' is full of useful and interesting information about the locations, costumes, fabrics, filming, foods, dancing, actors etc.. etc., from the most recent BBC production; wth a delightful interview with Jennifer Ehle about playing Elizabeth Bennet, and a thoughtful view of Darcy's character from Colin Firth. The book chronicles the process of creating the script through to the first broadcast, and is full of pictures and 'tit-bits' of the trials and tribulations of creating a film without losing the 'magic' of a well-loved story. If you enjoyed the tv series or bought the video, you'll love this book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Actors in odd clothes
Honestly, you have made it this far ......can you manage without the book?
Our favourite actors having a break in strange clothing and hairdo, they sure are a funny looking... Read more

Published 1 month ago by S. Unmack Larsen

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
This is an excellent book for all Pride & Prejudice lovers with lots of photos from and behind the scenes, an interview with Colin Firth, locations guide and more. Enjoy!

Published 8 months ago by Eva Dohnalova

5.0 out of 5 stars Very interesting insight
Even the more recent P&P film can't beat this classic adaptation. This book gives a great insight into how the series was filmed and i found it fasinating. Read more

Published 15 months ago by Snowy3

5.0 out of 5 stars A ravishing companion to an absolutely ravishing film
Regardless of what might have prompted you to fall in love with the sumptuous BBC/A&E production of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, you'll love this companion book, which fills in the... Read more

Published 18 months ago by kellytwo

5.0 out of 5 stars For P&P Fans especially
A very thorough and interesting read for anyone who saw the TV adaptation. Beautiful pictures throughout and some very good behind the scenes ones as well!

Published on 21 May 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars FANTASTIC!
A friend lent me her copy and I spent a wonderful afternoon poring over it, then watching the series (again! Read more

Published on 6 Oct 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELENT!
I'm a passionated fan of the tv-version and this is a goldmine. Covers everything! BUY IT!!!

Published on 29 Nov 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
Being an addict of the BBC production of Pride and Prejudice, I thought this "behind the scenes" look might spoil things a bit. How wrong could I be? Read more

Published on 15 May 2000 by shewitt@jessop.co.uk

5.0 out of 5 stars I think this book is EXCELLENT!
I love P&P and thought this book was very good showing you behind the scenes photos, pictures of all the cast(without make-up or hair done) and a basic idea of what was going... Read more

Published on 10 May 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good book
Very interesting, especially if you are completely addicted to the book and BBC video of Jane Austen's P&P! Full marks!

Published on 25 Mar 2000

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