Wonderful Moments, Both Big and Small

Rating: 10/10 (2 January 2006)

There's really nothing negative to say about the film. The actors are perfectly cast, the direction is subtle and well-realized, and even a shade more cinematic than I would have expected, or than it needed to be. The moment, early in the film, when Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy are arguing while dancing, and as they look at each other, everyone else in the room disappears... emotional, cinematic, and brilliant. Soft little touches like this, throughout the film, make it work far better than some dry BBC version of any Jane Austen book.
Yes yes, I'm male, and I enjoy a good car chase and explosion as much as the next guy. Tragically, there was none of that in this movie, but I'll get over it. Ladies, you'll want to watch this movie over and over. And guys, trust me: Even if this movie isn't your "thing," if you take your date to this one, you're in good shape.
Ten of Ten, and that's after I saw the Bollywood "Bride and Prejudice" not too long ago. That one was fun, but this version had the emotional impact, camera-work and staging that seemed to do Ms. Austen the most justice. Wonderful moments both big and small.