Blugh

Rating: 3/10 (17 May 2006)

Keira! You were made for action movies! Not one person could have been less suitable for Eliza Bennet. Don't they know that good looks and a British accent aren't enough to convey the strong spirit of Jane Austen's most favourite heroine? Being a huge fan of the book, and the original (mini series) starring Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle, I was extremely disappointed by this rushed, awkward, emotionless adaptation. I am not a choosy person, I enjoy any kind of film, but I was put off by Keira's whineyness. I had previously heard from friends and family very mixed reviews, but I was determined to give it a try anyways. After, I felt almost..Unclean. it may be because I've seen the original about 600 times, or because I am no fan of Keira, but I will say here and now that unless you are at a friends house and they've happened to rent the movie, don't spend your money on it! Instead, rent the 1995 mini-series, it is much more detailed, Mr.Darcy is actually cute, and I find that because Jennifer and Colin aren't exactly huge stars like Keira, it is easier to forget they are actors and become truly engrossed in the story. Not to mention, on IMDb, this movie gets an average of 7.7 whilst the 1995 version gets 9.4. Go with the major opinion!