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Pride and Prejudice [Region 2]


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  • Language English
  • Subtitles: English
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (122 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00004XQSR
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 35,452 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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87 of 88 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Superb, 16 Mar 2002
I can't say I've ever enjoyed a Jane Austen adaptation as much as this one in my entire life! The whole series is an absolute delight from start to finish.

Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle portray the lead characters of Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennett perfectly. Never has Lizzie been so pretty, witty or charming nor has Darcy ever been so brooding, mysterious or handsome as in this series. The chemistry between the leads is electric and the sparks certainly fly in one of the best romantic love stories ever told.

The fact that the writer's have taken the step of showing more of a background for Darcy also helps the viewer appreciate what a good and kind man he really is all along, rather than, as in other adaptations, he appears to suddenly change into being nice.

The casting of Julia Sawahla as the selfish, stupid Lydia Bennett was also inspired. She carried off a difficult role so well that in the end you still have to like her for all her faults.

As for the rest of the cast - there wasn't one that let the series down one tiny bit. Notably, David Bamber as Mr. Collins was suitably sweaty and snivelling, Alison Steadman as Mrs. Bennett was fantastically highly strung, Adrian Lukis as Wickham was a suave villan and Anna Chancellor's, Miss. Bingley was deliciously nasty.

If I could give the rating more stars I would. It's an absolute must for all Jane Austen fans and if you're not a fan already then watch this and you will be!

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48 of 49 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars 'Uniformly Charming!' as Mr Collins commented himself..., 7 May 2002
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I hate myself for not discovering this brilliant BBC 1995 adaptation of Pride and Prejudice any sooner then this Easter. Since buying it, I've watched it hundreds of times and am still fancinated by it every time I watch it again! I was never into period drama, but by this film, I am truly humbled to call it a 'one off'.

It is challenging enough a task already to turn such a famous much loved novel into a film, but to a film that is as high quality as the book, it's extraordinary! The producers have truly done a good job, as well as doing the novel justice.

This film is perfect in every aspect, as well as being completely faithful to the novel itself, the choice of location, the costumes, the acting, the dances, the music, the script and choice of cast, especially the leading man and woman, Colin Firth as Mr Darcy and Jennifer Ehle as Elizabeth Bennet, is outstanding! Ehle really has the talent in bringing out that liveliness, wit and spirit of Austen's favourite heroine, and surely nothing can show Darcy's deep hidden affections better than Firth's 'come to bed' eyes.

However, despite the beautiful graphics menu, I would like to comment on how annoying the rolling of credits are, at the beginning and end of each episodes on the DVD format. 'The Making Of...'on the DVD also disappointed me slightly as there's no interviews with the two main characters. However, despite the minor shortcomings, a 'big thumbs up' to Pride and Prejudice 1995.

The price may be expensive for a DVD, but believe me, ...for an experience of a lifetime is definately worth it!

Overcome your prejudices, P&P is not just for the over 30s, I've just turned 17, and am already a proud owner of this exceptional 1995 adaptation on both the VHS and DVD format. When will you be?

Let this be one of those rare ocassions where I give 5-stars to a most deserving product...

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28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Completely addictive!, 29 Jun 2003
I know that many people may think it a little strange that a 14 year old should like to watch costume dramas. But I do. And of all the costume dramas I have watched (and believe me - I've seen plenty!) Pride and Prejudice is by far the best!
I find so much comfort in curling up on the settee, pressing play and having the wonderfully perfect music (composed by Carl Davies) begin. I start watching it and I cannot stop - I get completely pulled into what is going on.
The characters are perfectly cast (especially Colin Firth as Mr Darcy, Jennifer Ehle as Elizabeth Bennet and Benjamin Whitrow as Mr Bennet) and the costumes and locations are gorgeous.
I have read the Jane Austen novel and watched the Elizabeth Garvie version. I know a lot of people think that that one is more true to the book but I find it so stiff, so wooden and almost embarrassing to watch. Andrew Davies wrote this Pride and Prejudice perfectly and I'm glad so many people love it as well as I do.
As Elizabeth Bennet said herself, "I like it very well indeed!"
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!!!!!!
Im only 17years old and i am obsessed with Jane Austen! Ive watched both versions of Pride and Prejudice as it's my favourite of the Austen collection. Read more
Published on 25 May 2007 by Ms. L. J. Emsley

3.0 out of 5 stars theatregoer NZ
I agree entirely with mother-of-pearl, this version in no way matched the BBC version. Colin Firth was certainly no match for David Rintoul's Mr Darcy. Read more
Published on 11 Nov 2006 by Ann Lockey

1.0 out of 5 stars For all the raving reviews I read, it was a disappointment
1) Elizabeth Bennet was much too plump. She looked like she had problem with weight. She barely looks pretty. She had no spunk.
2) Mr. Darcy was much too gloomy. Read more
Published on 21 April 2006 by Wendy Battalora

5.0 out of 5 stars simply great
I have absolutley fallen in love with this film. I have never been one for literature of this sort but have had to buy the book also. Read more
Published on 25 Mar 2006 by Heidi Brown

1.0 out of 5 stars wooden acting
Well it IS indeed prideful, though the only prejudice I could see was that shown by the actors to any semblance of believability. Read more
Published on 4 Feb 2006 by Karen42

5.0 out of 5 stars brillant
This is an wonderful adaption of a great tale, brillant casting and something to watch over and over again
Published on 10 Nov 2005 by MRS KAREN WILSON

4.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant, dynamic adaptation
This film is a brilliant and dynamic adaptation of Jane Austen's P&P. Andrew Davies dreamt up a fantastic script, faithful to the plot and period, yet it is fresh and modern at... Read more
Published on 8 Nov 2005 by Lili_K

5.0 out of 5 stars The best
If you are not romantic and only seek for a comfortable home this is not for you. Otherwise, it will change your life. Simply the best. Read more
Published on 24 Jun 2005 by ROBERT JURJEVIC

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT
Id give it more stars if I could. If you love romances comedy drama get this. The actors and actresses are superb. Read more
Published on 17 Jun 2005 by lyonf1

5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful!
A wonderful adaptation of a wonderful book! Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle are fantastic together, and as for the rest of the cast I cannot find any fault. Read more
Published on 10 April 2005 by sweetuphoria

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