A sweet, romantic story

Rating: 9/10 (30 November 2005)

Admittedly, I was a completely idiot when it came to Jane Austen before I saw this movie. I had never read the book, nor had I ever seen another film version of the story.
However, that changed when I saw this Pride & Prejudice. Once the 2 hours were over, I was in tears and filled with a sense of romance that I hadn't felt in a very long time. This film was beautiful, in every sense of the word. The acting was enjoyable, the scenery pleasant, and the music breathtaking.
In comparison to the revered '95 series (which I promptly bought at the mall when I finally found a copy), this movie was more intimate and emotional. It didn't revolve around the English society or the very important theme of marriage. This film was a display of the numerous emotional changes Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy endured in order to fall in love. It was a risky choice, and it worked.
In an era where blockbuster movies are filled to the brim with overused special effects and dry acting, this movie was found to be a refreshing breeze, a pleasant time well spent.