Plots that followed P&P Why it's a must see

Rating: 7/10 (5 March 2006)

Best in 2006
Pride and Prejudice, there's only one reason to watch it - Matthew Macfadyen. Kidding. He's great but the reason is Pride and Prejudice is the "Mother of All Romantic Stories". Since first published almost 200 years ago, it became a basis for a lot of romantic plots - like Bridget Jones's Diary and You've Got Mail.
Having watched the 1995 BBC production, which starred Colin Firth, my only complaint to this film is that it's too short and fast-paced - but certainly it shall attract more viewers. The story is a combination of humor, witty dialogues and romance; it's a tough road for both Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth, but they learn that they are not always right and changed - for the better.
Watch out for some comical characters - Mrs. Bennet and Mr. Collins - try not to laugh too much.
This movie I hope would catch attention from our youth and young at heart alike, because the plot was dearly directed to squeeze a 6-hour screening time from the British Broadcasting Company into a 2-hour film. Of course nothing still beats a reading of the book; there are a few misses, as what happens when books are translated into movies, but the hits are WORTH the watch. It's a very interesting starter for those who have been SOOO BORED with English classic movies, because the plot is as FRESH AND TOUCHING as before as it is today.
I had never read a classic book in my life until I got curious with the book the character Kathleen Kelly was reading and talking about with Joe Fox in You've Got Mail. Remember the scene at Cafe Lola when Meg was holding a book with a red rose inserted in it, waiting to meet Tom Hanks? Yeah! That's the book, Pride and Prejudice. Thanks to this slight introduction, I've become acquainted with Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy, and so much enjoyed reading it, that I named my email after Mr. Darcy, the gentleman in the story. Too much description of them would be a spoiler.
Go watch it!!! Although I personally felt that Kiera Knightley had come on too strong, the movie is still simply awesome. Being nominated in the best actress category, the musical score category, and the best director category, I'd bet for the musical score and the best director. Cheers for this movie!!!
If I can only watch one movie this year - definitely Pride and Prejudice.