what I love about this version is that even though in that period of time humans interactions are supposed to be so proper and controlled, we know that feelings when they’re intense are very difficult to control... I love that it feels so imperfectly human and not like property is above all.
Yes! And even then people knew rules of society/propriety were absurd. Jane Austen wrote satire so well it totally went over my head til I learned more about the era’s norms 😅
But to the extent that control indicates maturity and perhaps some moral high ground, I just want to point out that Lady Catherine loses. 😆 I wrote a paper in university close-reading her confrontation with Elizabeth, and I just remember that one of them uses a LOT more exclamation marks 👀
@@LiaaaaaaaaAAAAAHH Rules of society and propriety are not all that absurd, it's called having some kind of standards. Something that modern self sexualizing "empowered" middle aged careerist Feminist society doesn't have. Men are meant to ally protect the "empowering" excess sexual behavior of women and girls but not express any lust or desires as a male towards them because that is harassment. It's funny how women still go all weak in the knees for a leading man gender role romance but won't allow men enough sex confidence sense of their their own sexuality to be anything more then a boot licking ally partner, we don't/can't produce Mr Darcy's anymore because we would need a sense manhood style, culture, and role determine not by women but by men again for that. Jane Austin's Elizabeth who likes to read and marries a caring man of style and bearing doesn't really break the norms conservative society of that time so much, it is modern women with their masculine ideological boss babe super hero butt kick every man politics that does. Men can't be men because women won't let them be, because women are "wanna be" men now full of loud attitude all over the culture, there is nothing to love about or want from modern women. I with women were as kind and willing to be vulnerable to male stature and charm but women have to much attitude ie empowerment to be vulnerable to anything or anybody. It is all like pulling teeth just trying to converse with women now and it seems that is how modern female self loud mouth self confidence likes it. Elizabeth Bennet wasn't at total war with her society and time and didn't unlike modern Feminism destroy her mans sense of male sex identity and role in the relationship/the world, she was just a smart and more opinionated than most lady of her time who married a provider/loving man who loved and respected her for that spirit in more "equal" lovers partnership way. If we had a sense of male style and role back again then men would have enough freedom of male sex identity to be a Mr Darcy again, compared to today where men are to meant run from the shear volume of pro women/girl female super hero self esteem propaganda. There is nothing for men by men in the world anymore, everything allowed to men is decided by women now and ally males support this life of servitude to female rule.
That's why I love that hand flex from Darcy -- really shows how even touching the bare hand (ladies always wore gloves for this reason!) of a lady would cause such a visceral reaction 😊 It's such a different world to be immersed in, and this movie did such a beautiful job showing it.
I always get teary when he says "I love.. I love.. I love you" it is just so genuine. I love both this movie and the 1995 miniseries (although I bought the HD version - SO worth it!). I adore Colin Firth in pretty much everything. A movie in a similar vein with a superb cast as well is Sense and Sensibility.
I prefer the 1995 miniseries with Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle, and because it's 6-hours is much more true to the book - this version dumbs-down some of the beautiful language for the American audience. But I must admit I do enjoy Jenna Malone being a silly Lydia with her ribbons and the portrayal of the mother and father.
You wondered how Lady Catherine heard a rumor that Lizzy was getting engaged to Darcy. In the book everything that Lizzy wrote to her married friend Charlotte would get told to husband Mr. Collins, who instantly passed everything on to Lady Catherine. Hearing of Jane's engagement to Bingley made the Collinses jump to the conclusion Lizzy and Darcy would be next. Collins even wrote to Lizzy's father, warning that Lady Catherine would not approve.
Yes, sort of. It was the Lucases, Charlotte's family, who would have passed on that rumor. Mr. Bennett even mentions it when he reads Mr. Collins's letter to Elizabeth. Elizabeth might have shared the news but there would be no hint of a further connection with Mr. Darcy. Whereas the Lucases made the assumption that Jane's marriage to Bingley would lead to increased intimacy between Jane's favourite sister (Lizzy) and Bingley's best friend (Darcy) and maybe a marriage would follow. That is what Mr. Collins took to Lady Catherine. And that is also why Elizabeth was so startled by that assumption.
I've had people tell me I'm wrong for liking this version better then the more accurate mini series, but it's just a beautiful movie from the lighting and camara work to the gorgeous music it just feels more real
@@eadc2158 For sure! There's so much to learn about that period in history in order to fully appreciate the book (and even the mini series, to some degree). It can sometimes be kind of difficult to understand some of the interactions from a modern audience's perspective, especially if you don't have that period knowledge to serve as context. And even if you do, a modern person just has a slightly different idea of what is and isn't romantic. So I really appreciate that this film did such an elegant job of updating the romance to be relatable to a modern audience without giving up any of the vibe of a period romance in the process. I think people really don't appreciate how incredibly difficult that would be, or how remarkable a job they did with that task. I love the book and I've learned a lot about the period specifically so I can appreciate it, but I still find this movie to be the most romantic version simply because it fits a little more with what I as a modern person find romantic.
It wasn’t until I found out the Brits use “quite” as more of an insult or explaining something as being just so/so that I understood the scene with the sister describing Lizzie’s piano playing skills.
I rewatch this movie pretty much twice a year, and I'm always stunned with how it doesnt feel dated at all for a 2005 movie. I think it's because Joe Wright took that extra precaution of making every frame feel like a painting, the photography is so beautifully woven into the time period that it feels as if we've traveled back in time to live the story with the characters. Also seeing you giggling the whole movie through made me think that you would absolutely LOVE the Emma. version from 2020. It has that special type of humour and sarcasm but taken up a notch. Costumes and direction are delightful as well, I highly recommend it.
The part you said about it looking like paintings from that time is so true, you can especially see it in the shot with Darcy leaning on the piano watching his sister play. The painting behind them has very similar style of lighting. Such a beautiful movie😊
"Don't judge a book by its cover or a brooding handsome man by his rudeness" 🤣😂 I love this movie. Great reaction as always, Nick. Waiting anxiously for the Harry Potter's movies reaction.
Joe wright is a pheonomenal director. His next film was Atonement, based on a brilliant novel, teaming up again with the same DP and score composer. The same style of filmmaking, but with such different intentions. Amazing. This (2005) version of P&P is cinemetic to its fullest. From the framing, to lighting, to blocking (like when Bingly pops up into the frame after the proposal), to that incredible one-shot of the party, to the excellent use of actors - all of whom are very well established, including all sisters. It’s a light film, done by people who know their stuff. Goes to show rom coms, or comedies can be shot and made with fashion and depth. btw, u skipped the most famous quote: I love u. MOST ARDENTLY.
And the hand! He didn’t show when Darcy helped Liz into the carriage and they touched for the first time. I’ve seen this a million times and my breath still catches at that.
The inheritance laws were indeed brutal to women at the time. That's why I always stick up for Mrs. Bennet a bit. Her husband was on the downhill side of middle age. Certainly not unheard of for a man at that stage in life to pass away suddenly from an undiagnosed ailment, especially at the time. If that happened, it would be her and five daughters with no home, no money, no protection, and no legal way to "pull themselves up by their bootstraps". They could likely live on charity with distant relatives, that would be the best-case scenario. Her desperation to marry her daughters off and find them some security, the only security available to women at the time, makes total sense in that light. I really appreciated that you picked up on that and didn't judge the mom too harshly. I also really appreciated how you understood Charlott's point of view about married life and didn't judge her in light of all that.
It also makes some of Elizabeth's loathing of Mr. Darcy understandable. Her sister, who she considers an angel on earth, had a chance at security for herself, and the family, and to actually be in love and be happy. From her view, Darcy took all of that away, just because he didn't find Jane to be demonstrative enough in nature.
Mr Darcy’s house is filmed in and around the Chatsworth House. It’s owned by the Devonshire family (and the Chatsworth House Trust) It’s in Derbyshire, Bakewell (where Bakewell Tarts come from) and it’s not too far from where I live. I’m from Yorkshire! It’s one of the grandest stately homes in England, and you can go and have a tour around the House and its gardens if you like. It’s quite pretty. Honestly it has a fantastic deer park, lots of people just have lunch in the fields and go to watch the deer.
This is my absolute favorite version of Pride and prejudice I mean, as much as I love the miniseries there’s something about this one that like you said, takes it to another level. Now you need to watch sense and sensibility it’s another amazing Jane Austin story with Emma Thompson, Alan Rickman, Hugh Grant, and Kate Winslet .
Please. Please! Sense and Sensibility may just be my favorite movie. What a cast, and beautifully written and filmed. And no one reacts to it! Fingers crossed!
Another stunning adaptation of Jane Austen is Sense and Sensibility from 1995 with the great Alan Rickman, Emma Thompson and the very young Kate Winslet in her first big role. It is considered as one of the best adaptions of Austen and the cast is stellar - beside the already mentioned great names there are Hugh Grant, Robert Hardy, Hugh Laurie (Dr.House), Oliver Ford Davies.... it is worth checking out.
Actually, Kate Winslet’s first lead, or rather shared lead, role was in Heavenly Creatures, directed by Peter Jackson. She was terrific in the film, playing a girl who with her best friend becomes involved in one of the most notorious true crime stories in 1950s New Zealand. The girl she played grew up to become the mystery writer Anne Perry.
I wish you could react to "Lost in Austen", which was a mini-series about a modern day woman who goes through a portal in her bathroom and enters Pride and Prejudice in place of Elizabeth, who comes into the modern world. Everything goes wrong with the story after that and it's hilarious.
Anna Karenina is another movie that Joe Wright directed and Kiera Knightley starred in. Its direction is very artful and beautiful as well. I'm sure you would like it :)
Touring famous, grand estates was very typical for the time. Their homes were often already historical buildings -- passed down from great Lords (so like a mini castle), Abbys (buildings where Nuns reside), and former grand churches. They would have been renovated and built upon over the centuries, based on the owner's wealth. Touring these estates would've been like looking at historic homes or castles like we do these days -- yes a family or bachelor like Darcy might live there, but the housekeeper wouldn't show the private quarters, there was plenty to see otherwise.
This is my favorite version of Pride and Prejudice. So many of these women have gone on to have substantial careers since, I didn't realize, it's been so long since I've seen it. I think the beauty of this one is outstanding, but the acting knocks it out of the park.
Now that you’ve seen this you MUST watch “Emma” the 2020 version. It’s another film adaptation from Jane Austin’s novel. I know you’ll definitely love it as well!
@@leonardomotta1143 the 1995 version is also SO good. Personally I think the 2020 one just shows us a lot meaner Emma which makes her redemption arc more satisfying to see. Regardless I think I’ve watched all the versions there are multiple times and I love them all😅
Two of my favorite retellings of Pride and Prejudice you might enjoy also are Bridget Jones diary. (In the same general vain as Clueless being based off Emma. Also, Colin Firth plays the Darcy character specifically because he played him in the miniseries.) AND Pride and Prejudice and Zombies!!!! Soooo underrated ❤❤❤
If you enjoy historical pieces like this, PLEASE watch the BBC North and South - it's a 4 episode mini-series set during the industrial revolution and based very closely on the book by Elizabeth Glaskell. Lead actors are Richard Armitage and Daniela Danby-Ashe
Tours of country homes, then as now, were popular to travlers. It was a way for the owners to flaunt their wealth and taste and for the staff to make some extra money giving guided tours. Loved your reaction! You might like the most recent version of Emma.
"Fun" Facts: The actors that played Mr. Bingly and Jane was once engaged/dated in real life, but had broken up, which tells you just how good they are at acting.
This reaction was perfection! I laughed with you the whole time. This is one of my favorite movies! I think one of your best traits as a reactor is that you just enjoy the movie you're watching. I've seen people not liking this movie because the women were thinking too much about marriage or things like that, and then they deemed the movie dumb. Yeah, we all know that's not how things are supposed to be now, but you don't have to take out your enjoyment of a piece of media just for things like that. I loved that you understand the position they're in and just genuinely enjoy it! Also, you've already watched a Joe Wright's film, Atonement, also with Keira Knightley!
I love the part in this where they are dancing and everyone disappears. There is a movie from 1991 called "Doc Hollywood," with Michael J. Fox and Woody Harrelson and a bunch of other great performers. And there is a sweet scene at the festival where the two love interests are dancing to the song "Crazy" by Patsy Cline and everyone else disappears like that. It's such a great moment and a great way to show how when people are falling for each other, it feels like the rest of the world falls away sometimes.
Pemberly (Darcy’s home) is Chatsworth House in Derbyshire. I went a few times when I lived in England! I lived the county over so it was nearby and it is as beautiful as you see here. More so at Christmas. This is my all-time favorite film. When I moved back to the US this film was released shortly thereafter. I gasped when I saw. Chatsworth.
Loved your reaction btw. And I noticed your subtle averse reaction to hearing Wickhams story 😂😂 It seems like you enjoyed yourself tremendously, thank you for sharing
9:28 FUNNY YOU SAID THAT Not only Mr. Bennet and Lydia worked together on Hunger Games But Elizabeth and Mr. Collins worked together on Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (Lord Cutler Beckett)
And I recently saw a movie with both Keyra and Matthew, but I don't think they even interact in it. It's a fantasy movie about a magical realm or something? idk
I grew up with the Colin Firth version which I love but this film is so well done too. If you love the P & P story I would recommend two mini series which riff of it. Lost In Austen(2008) and Death Comes To Pemberley(2013).
❤This is my favorite version of P&P. It really captures the values of the Regency Era. They loved nature so much....they painted it and wrote about and really celebrated nature. You must watch EMMA from 1997 with Gweneth Paltrow and Sense and Sensability 1995 with an AMAZING CAST including Kate Winslet, Alan Rickman, Emma Thompson, Hugh Laurie, Hugh Grant and so many more💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
I’ve never clicked this fast! I love this story and I love this movie as well. The mini series is my favorite but this is really good as well. I know this is random but have you thought about watching Good Omens? In season 2 there’s quite a bit of fun with Jane Austen references. It’s definitely entertaining!
I love this movie. I’ve seen it too many times to count. It’s beautiful, fantastic acting, the score is incredible. Interesting fact the director Joe wright and Rosamund pike started dating after this movie and were actually engaged for a few years before calling it quits.
My absolute favorite movie of all time… I have watched this movie a million times along with Persuasion (2007) - another Jane Austen adaptation. Last year I went on a vacation to England and on my own private “Pride and Prejudice tour in the Peak District (Derbyshire). On my tour I visited the location of Mr. Darcy’s home Pemberly (in the movie): Chatsworth House owned by the duke and duchess of Devonshire. I also went on a hike at Stanage Edge from the scene where Elizabeth Bennet stood on a cliff 🤩
You might enjoy the lovely movie, Becoming Jane, with Anne Hathaway, about Jane Austen. Really well done. My favorite JA novel is Persuasion, but there's no good film version. It was the last novel she completed.
Love to see people reacting to these so called “chick flicks”. You gotta check out some older films like My Man Godfrey, Casablanca, Roman Holiday, Rear Window
I am in the frustrating position of feeling the need to defend Mr. Collins. His intentions were generous. If he'd married one of the Bennet sisters, he could've saved all of them from financial ruin after Mr. Bennet's death. I don't like him, and Lizzie was absolutely right to turn him down, but I feel like he gets more hate than he deserves. In a different story, he'd be the hero.
@@meliavarNot Matt Smith from Dr. Who. I don't like this character. I probably would have more if it had been Dr.Whos Matt Smith. Blink Episode Dr. Who's character is in this Sally Sparrow. One of the younger daughters.
The director, Joe Wright, is one of my favourite, he is incredibile. You should watch Atonement, with Keira Knifhtley and James McAvoy, and Cyrano, with Peter Dinklage, or The market hour, with an incredibile Gary Oldman
Matthew Macfadyen was the lead in Ripper Street (2012-2017) a show about Jack the Ripper (set in 1888) such a fantastic show with great acting and so many recognizable faces.
Please watch Sense and sensibility… Also your very good at reacting, your catching all the small things that matter! This is one of my favorite movies of all time!
Oh! So excited to have you react to this movie!! It is literally my favorite movie and novel, as is clear if you take a close look at my photo or Google my name. Based on my expertise, allow me to give a few kudos, some trivia, and answer a few questions. First, Matthew’s last name is pronounced Mac-FAD (like mad) Yen (the Y is emphasized) Good on you for understanding and being sympathetic to Mrs. Bennet. Yes, she is ridiculous, annoying, and probably not mother of the year material, but she does love her daughters and knows that her main purpose is to see them safely and successfully married. The timeline isn’t detailed in the movie, but the initial dance at Meryton took place a handful of months after the tragedy with Mr. Wickham and 15 year old Georgiana Darcy. So Darcy is still very upset and not in a festive mood. The events take place at the same time the war with Napoleon was on, hence the disdain over decorating “in the French style”. At this time, anything from France was essentially forbidden. It isn’t that teasing or laughing were wrong, exactly, but composure and manners were signs of gentility. To act foolish or be even slightly rude was bad form! The hand touch is significant because it was generally considered too forward, or even crossing a huge line, for an unmarried man and woman to touch skin-to-skin. That is why wearing gloves while dancing, for instance, was standard. Darcy reveals to the viewer, and to himself and Elizabeth, his involuntary need to touch her. Lizzy is baffled but Darcy is clearly very affected. Too much, in his mind, which is partially why he (with the help of Caroline) encourage Bingley to leave Netherfield. All of the houses filmed are in England, of course. Pemberley is Chatsworth House in Derbyshire, one of the many estates owned by the Duke of Devonshire who heads the aristocratic Cavendish family. It is believed that Jane Austen based her description of Pemberley from a recent visit to Chatsworth. Touring the public rooms of the great houses has been a common practices for centuries, and still is to this day. You are correct that Jane should have made her sentiments clearer, as Charlotte said, although this was difficult to accomplish at this time when women were not supposed to be too forward. Rules of behavior between the sexes were very strict. The significance of Charlotte noting Jane’s reticence, is that when Darcy says the same thing during the rain proposal, Lizzy can’t honestly refute. Instead she changes the subject to Wickham. Small trivia: Colonel Fitzwilliam is Mr. Darcy’s first cousin. Fitzwilliam is a family name, including Lady Catherine’s surname before her marriage, and the first name of Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy. This is seen briefly on the letter. Lydia taking off with Mr. Wickham, which was a sexual relationship outside of marriage, would ruin the entire family. None of the girls would ever be able to secure a gentleman of substance and there would be a stain on the family name in Society. Darcy tracking down Wickham, forcing them to marry, and paying a substantial amount of money to secure Wickham a military post was not just a kind gesture. In fact, he was putting his own reputation at some risk to even be involved in such a matter. He truly did not want Lizzy to know. He felt incredible guilt believing it was partially his fault for not exposing Wickham to save his sister’s reputation, and wanted to secure the honor and reputation for the Bennet family, particularly the daughters. Men could and did play musical instruments. It simply wasn’t considered a necessary aspect of their education. Fine ladies were expected to be at least somewhat educated on the arts and able to entertain guests, as well as be proficient at needle craft and so on. Lady Catherine heard of Darcy’s affection from Mr. Collins, who gleaned it from his wife Charlotte who was much more perceptive as to what was happening between Darcy and Lizzy. This movie was a start for several great actors. Even Kiera Knightley was relatively unknown when this was filmed. Joe Wright is a brilliant director definitely worth looking into. Atonement and Anna Karenina are top pics, both starring Knightley. All of the actors were British with the exception of Donald Sutherland and Jena Malone (yes, she was in Hunger Games movies). If you didn’t notice, Kitty Bennet was played by Carey Mulligan, who has won and been nominated for dozens of major awards including two Oscars. I could go on but this is long enough already! LOL! Thanks for making my day with this reaction, Nick, and I am so glad you enjoyed this excellent adaptation of a wonderful classic novel.
Visiting peoples homes was a lot more like social media back in the day. You would stay for 15 minutes to make small talk or if they werent available, you would leave a calling card. The person that was visited would then return one within a week to show respect to the visit. People travelling through an area might visit a few places just to put out feelers for new friends and the reason her aunt and uncle are so shocked about Mr Darcy talking to them is because their status was low enough they didnt expect a reply. They were just there to snoop around the house.
I loved your reaction to this. It's my favourite movie adaptation of Austen's classic novel. The scenes in and around Pemberley (Mr Darcy's home) are shot on location in the Peak District and Chatsworth House. The Peak District is one of our national parks here in the UK, and it's mostly in the county of Derbyshire (with a little bit in each of Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Staffordshire, and West and South Yorkshires). It's separated into two "peaks", Dark and Light, depending on the main rock-beds and landscape. I live in the Dark Peak. 😁 Chatsworth House is a stately home also in Derbyshire and it's beautiful, both inside and out, and its seasonal markets and events are always worth a visit.
This version of Mr. Collins is terrifying to me. Because he plays the character straight, you can see how her mother and society could possibly see him as a good match for her and put real pressure on her to accept him. Also, you should check out more of Austen's work. There's "Persuasion" (not my cup of tea, but some people like it), "Emma", "Northanger Abbey", and "Sense and Sensibility". I absolutely love the last three.
So that you know, Mr. Darcy is from Ripper Street, yes Jane is from Gone Girl, Lydia is from Hunger Games and played young Jodi Foster from Contact, Mary was married to Elon Musk, Caroline Bingley is on Yellowstone with Kevin Costner, Mr. Wickham was on Homeland, and Mr. Collins played Queen's manager in Bohemian Rhapsody. Between that, the Aunt who was on Downton Abbey, Kiera, Donald Sutherland and Judi Dench, it was an all star cast!
One of my favorite movies! Bridget Jones's Diary is a modern day Pride and Prejudice retelling. Another great Kiera Knightly movie is Begin Again, with Mark Ruffalo and Hailee Steinfeld.
Yay I love this movie!! 7:45 Dang, it's an invasion! 29:02 Don't judge a book by its cover. Or a brooding handsome man by his rudeness. 😂😂 17:18 I remember when I watched this in high school and this scene had everyone holding their breath and then laughing when he just abruptly left 😂😂
I love thisbversion. Its just So stunningly beautiful. This is personally my favorite version/telling of this story. Love to see you react to a movie called Austinland with Keri Russell..I think you would appreciate it especially after watching this.
Nick, I've watched mostly reactions by women reactors, of rom com and romantic movies. Your perspective, from my side of the aisle (so to speak) is a change, and perceptive. You come across as an intelligent and emotionally tuned-in dude and your reactions are great to watch. Respect from a senior citizen in Singapore.
The original release did not have the end scene with Elizabeth and Mr Darcy. It ended on the father's permission for the marriage. The scene with the lovers was added for the American release.
Apparently, today Bingley would make more than 8 million a year, and Darcy double that (plus a huge estate and fortune). Mr Bennet makes 3 million a year. (There's other numbers out there that are less, since there's different ways of calculating the value of a pound in today's time)
If you watch White Lotus, the guy who plays Mr Collins (Tom Hollander) was in the most recent season as Quentin, one of the mysterious men who befriend Jennifer Coolidge's character
Yes, visiting an estate was common, still is actually. You don't visit the entire house, typically there are public areas like a ballroom, a picture gallery or art room, etc. The private rooms like a sitting room, or music room are not open to see. Same with the gardens, usually there are public parts of the garden, and private areas, as well as the surrounding "park" which is usually cultivated woodland, countryside, ponds etc. These days you pay to enter usually, then possibly too. It was part of a housekeeper's job to show visitors the house, so if the owner/family is at home is largely irrelevant, they don't need to do anything, and they don't even need to know there are visitors. If you come to visit the people you will ask for a servant to announce you, or ask if someone is at home, and you would leave your card if they aren't at home, or aren't receiving visitors. The Bennets are gentry. Mr Bennet is a gentleman, but he's not a nobleman. On the surface Mr Darcy is also a gentleman, and on the same level, but Mr Darcy has family that is noble, he's much richer than the Bennets, and I don't remember if he is actually someone who would be presented at court, but it's possible that he is. So he's definitely a higher rank socially, even if it's not overt. It's also signaled by his good taste, his knowledge, and the way he raises his sister that he is what would probably be called "genteel". His good taste in his house, garden, art, etc, and treatment of his servants and tenants is what wins over Elisabeth. His letter is what makes her consider his actions in a new light, but how his character is shown through the way people who know him speak about him makes her actually fall for him. Part of being a well educated and accomplished woman was being able to play the piano, or the harp. I don't think other instruments are very common, or even allowed. Being a musician as a job was not a thing for most women, it would be considered crass and anything in the theatre was associated with prostitution. A lady would be expected to be able to entertain guests, and family. So she should be able to plan meals, direct the servants (or have a good housekeeper and/or butler so they can do it for her), be able to converse on a variety of subjects, be able to play a few card games, be able to embroider or paint to display artwork and decorations, and play music and/or sing for entertainment. There wasn't any other option for music but what people could make themselves, so if you would want to dance with a small group of friends, someone will have to play the music (which means everyone should play so you can rotate, or you make someone play for you) or if you wanted to listen to some music while you read, you are limited to what your family members can do. From what I've read it was very uncommon for men to play the piano, and somewhat uncommon for men to play an instrument. If they played an instrument they were more likely to play a string instrument or a flute.
Really enjoyed your reaction to this awesome movie! If you want to watch another dramatic performance of Keira Knightly then I recommend "Never Let me Go." It also stars Carey Mulligan who played her sister Kitty in this same Pride and Prejudice along with Andrew Garfield. Never Let Me Go is a hard film to watch but such a beautiful film at the same time...
Growing up, we only had basic cable. I would have the TV on as background noise while I would do my homework, and this movie would play all the time on a certain network. I would hear and watch it all the time, until it became my comfort movie. I can recite the whole film verbatim 😂
I can’t believe he watched this without his girlfriend smh. I love nicks reactions but they’re leagues better when his gf is tagging along, they have the cutest dynamic together
Wow, you're a really good reactor! Since this is my favourite movie of all time, I really know it top to bottom and it's refreshing to see a reactor notice a lot of the improtant details most overlook. You were very perceptive and appreciative. You also were eloquent enough in articulating your thoughts and opinions throughout the reaction. Excited to see more from you!!!
this is like the ultimate realistic fantasy. I love this movie-- this man is a complete screw up but he isn't afraid to retrace his steps and FIX everyhing he fucked up for one person
Yes it is, Jenna Malone, as Lydia here, from Mocking Jay 1&2. Jenna also played the young Ellie in Contact and has a fantastic starring role in the critical, yet hilarious, movie Saved (a story of a Christian High School) with other stars such as Mandy Moore, Macaulay Culkin, Heather Matarazzo, and Mary-Louis Parker.
I think it's great that you've seen the British mini series for this, and the movie is great too, I think you guys would really like Jane Eyre with Mia Wasikowska, the book is amazing, and the movie is... ✨chef's kiss✨
what I love about this version is that even though in that period of time humans interactions are supposed to be so proper and controlled, we know that feelings when they’re intense are very difficult to control... I love that it feels so imperfectly human and not like property is above all.
Yes! And even then people knew rules of society/propriety were absurd. Jane Austen wrote satire so well it totally went over my head til I learned more about the era’s norms 😅
But to the extent that control indicates maturity and perhaps some moral high ground, I just want to point out that Lady Catherine loses. 😆 I wrote a paper in university close-reading her confrontation with Elizabeth, and I just remember that one of them uses a LOT more exclamation marks 👀
@@LiaaaaaaaaAAAAAHH Rules of society and propriety are not all that absurd, it's called having some kind of standards. Something that modern self sexualizing "empowered" middle aged careerist Feminist society doesn't have. Men are meant to ally protect the "empowering" excess sexual behavior of women and girls but not express any lust or desires as a male towards them because that is harassment. It's funny how women still go all weak in the knees for a leading man gender role romance but won't allow men enough sex confidence sense of their their own sexuality to be anything more then a boot licking ally partner, we don't/can't produce Mr Darcy's anymore because we would need a sense manhood style, culture, and role determine not by women but by men again for that. Jane Austin's Elizabeth who likes to read and marries a caring man of style and bearing doesn't really break the norms conservative society of that time so much, it is modern women with their masculine ideological boss babe super hero butt kick every man politics that does. Men can't be men because women won't let them be, because women are "wanna be" men now full of loud attitude all over the culture, there is nothing to love about or want from modern women. I with women were as kind and willing to be vulnerable to male stature and charm but women have to much attitude ie empowerment to be vulnerable to anything or anybody. It is all like pulling teeth just trying to converse with women now and it seems that is how modern female self loud mouth self confidence likes it. Elizabeth Bennet wasn't at total war with her society and time and didn't unlike modern Feminism destroy her mans sense of male sex identity and role in the relationship/the world, she was just a smart and more opinionated than most lady of her time who married a provider/loving man who loved and respected her for that spirit in more "equal" lovers partnership way. If we had a sense of male style and role back again then men would have enough freedom of male sex identity to be a Mr Darcy again, compared to today where men are to meant run from the shear volume of pro women/girl female super hero self esteem propaganda. There is nothing for men by men in the world anymore, everything allowed to men is decided by women now and ally males support this life of servitude to female rule.
That's why I love that hand flex from Darcy -- really shows how even touching the bare hand (ladies always wore gloves for this reason!) of a lady would cause such a visceral reaction 😊 It's such a different world to be immersed in, and this movie did such a beautiful job showing it.
I always get teary when he says "I love.. I love.. I love you" it is just so genuine. I love both this movie and the 1995 miniseries (although I bought the HD version - SO worth it!). I adore Colin Firth in pretty much everything. A movie in a similar vein with a superb cast as well is Sense and Sensibility.
Sense and Sensibility 1995 is one of my favourite movies of all time! It's my favourite Emma Thompson performance and it's such a comfort watch
I prefer the 1995 miniseries with Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle, and because it's 6-hours is much more true to the book - this version dumbs-down some of the beautiful language for the American audience. But I must admit I do enjoy Jenna Malone being a silly Lydia with her ribbons and the portrayal of the mother and father.
Yes! And he’ll love Alan Rickman being in sense and sensibility!
@@mistymane52 I had such a crush on him!!! Hahahaha I love his Colonel Brandon!
@@mariacavanaugh1010 I think they both have their place, but Jennifer Ehle played Elizabeth superbly. She was so sharp and quick witted. :)
You are correct. Lydia Bennet is played by Jena Malone, who was Johanna Mason in Hunger Games. 🙂
Also in Donnie Darko. I'd love to see Nick react to that one
Also, Mary Bennet is played by Elon Musk ex wife 😂
It took me several years and coincidentally re-watching both movies back to back to realize that. :D Well done noticing!
You wondered how Lady Catherine heard a rumor that Lizzy was getting engaged to Darcy. In the book everything that Lizzy wrote to her married friend Charlotte would get told to husband Mr. Collins, who instantly passed everything on to Lady Catherine. Hearing of Jane's engagement to Bingley made the Collinses jump to the conclusion Lizzy and Darcy would be next. Collins even wrote to Lizzy's father, warning that Lady Catherine would not approve.
It was Mr Collins who told her in a letter and he had admitted it in a letter to the Bennetts.
I'd actually forgotten about this lol I only remembered a fanfic I read years ago where it was Caroline who started the rumors
Yes, sort of. It was the Lucases, Charlotte's family, who would have passed on that rumor. Mr. Bennett even mentions it when he reads Mr. Collins's letter to Elizabeth.
Elizabeth might have shared the news but there would be no hint of a further connection with Mr. Darcy. Whereas the Lucases made the assumption that Jane's marriage to Bingley would lead to increased intimacy between Jane's favourite sister (Lizzy) and Bingley's best friend (Darcy) and maybe a marriage would follow. That is what Mr. Collins took to Lady Catherine. And that is also why Elizabeth was so startled by that assumption.
I've had people tell me I'm wrong for liking this version better then the more accurate mini series, but it's just a beautiful movie from the lighting and camara work to the gorgeous music it just feels more real
I find this more romantic tbh
@@eadc2158 For sure! There's so much to learn about that period in history in order to fully appreciate the book (and even the mini series, to some degree). It can sometimes be kind of difficult to understand some of the interactions from a modern audience's perspective, especially if you don't have that period knowledge to serve as context. And even if you do, a modern person just has a slightly different idea of what is and isn't romantic. So I really appreciate that this film did such an elegant job of updating the romance to be relatable to a modern audience without giving up any of the vibe of a period romance in the process. I think people really don't appreciate how incredibly difficult that would be, or how remarkable a job they did with that task. I love the book and I've learned a lot about the period specifically so I can appreciate it, but I still find this movie to be the most romantic version simply because it fits a little more with what I as a modern person find romantic.
It wasn’t until I found out the Brits use “quite” as more of an insult or explaining something as being just so/so that I understood the scene with the sister describing Lizzie’s piano playing skills.
Thank you for that romantic kiss/succession freakout mash up. That was hilarious!
I just had to haha
I rewatch this movie pretty much twice a year, and I'm always stunned with how it doesnt feel dated at all for a 2005 movie. I think it's because Joe Wright took that extra precaution of making every frame feel like a painting, the photography is so beautifully woven into the time period that it feels as if we've traveled back in time to live the story with the characters.
Also seeing you giggling the whole movie through made me think that you would absolutely LOVE the Emma. version from 2020. It has that special type of humour and sarcasm but taken up a notch. Costumes and direction are delightful as well, I highly recommend it.
The part you said about it looking like paintings from that time is so true, you can especially see it in the shot with Darcy leaning on the piano watching his sister play. The painting behind them has very similar style of lighting. Such a beautiful movie😊
It's interesting how few viewers recognize that the Kitty Bennett actress is Carey Mulligan, in her first role.
‘I didn’t say anything I swear.” 😂
"Don't judge a book by its cover or a brooding handsome man by his rudeness" 🤣😂
I love this movie. Great reaction as always, Nick. Waiting anxiously for the Harry Potter's movies reaction.
Joe wright is a pheonomenal director. His next film was Atonement, based on a brilliant novel, teaming up again with the same DP and score composer. The same style of filmmaking, but with such different intentions. Amazing. This (2005) version of P&P is cinemetic to its fullest. From the framing, to lighting, to blocking (like when Bingly pops up into the frame after the proposal), to that incredible one-shot of the party, to the excellent use of actors - all of whom are very well established, including all sisters. It’s a light film, done by people who know their stuff. Goes to show rom coms, or comedies can be shot and made with fashion and depth.
btw, u skipped the most famous quote: I love u. MOST ARDENTLY.
I heard someone say that this movie could be paused at any moment and it look like a painting
And the hand! He didn’t show when Darcy helped Liz into the carriage and they touched for the first time. I’ve seen this a million times and my breath still catches at that.
I didn't know he directed Atonement! Now I will go see what else he's done 😊
The inheritance laws were indeed brutal to women at the time. That's why I always stick up for Mrs. Bennet a bit. Her husband was on the downhill side of middle age. Certainly not unheard of for a man at that stage in life to pass away suddenly from an undiagnosed ailment, especially at the time. If that happened, it would be her and five daughters with no home, no money, no protection, and no legal way to "pull themselves up by their bootstraps". They could likely live on charity with distant relatives, that would be the best-case scenario. Her desperation to marry her daughters off and find them some security, the only security available to women at the time, makes total sense in that light. I really appreciated that you picked up on that and didn't judge the mom too harshly. I also really appreciated how you understood Charlott's point of view about married life and didn't judge her in light of all that.
It also makes some of Elizabeth's loathing of Mr. Darcy understandable. Her sister, who she considers an angel on earth, had a chance at security for herself, and the family, and to actually be in love and be happy. From her view, Darcy took all of that away, just because he didn't find Jane to be demonstrative enough in nature.
"what is that drink?" (raw egg being added)....mama Bennett had a hangover and that was the "cure" lol
Hogol- Mogol😂 maybe
"Dang, it's an invasion" made me laugh out loud
Bridget Jones Diary is also a retelling of Pride and Prejudice.
Mr Darcy’s house is filmed in and around the Chatsworth House. It’s owned by the Devonshire family (and the Chatsworth House Trust) It’s in Derbyshire, Bakewell (where Bakewell Tarts come from) and it’s not too far from where I live. I’m from Yorkshire! It’s one of the grandest stately homes in England, and you can go and have a tour around the House and its gardens if you like. It’s quite pretty. Honestly it has a fantastic deer park, lots of people just have lunch in the fields and go to watch the deer.
Nick slowly realizing how stacked this film is, might be my favorite part.
Mr. Collins: *is on screen*
Nick: *LAUGHS UNCONTROLLABLY*
This is my absolute favorite version of Pride and prejudice I mean, as much as I love the miniseries there’s something about this one that like you said, takes it to another level.
Now you need to watch sense and sensibility it’s another amazing Jane Austin story with Emma Thompson, Alan Rickman, Hugh Grant, and Kate Winslet .
100%
YES!!!!
Please. Please! Sense and Sensibility may just be my favorite movie. What a cast, and beautifully written and filmed. And no one reacts to it! Fingers crossed!
Another stunning adaptation of Jane Austen is Sense and Sensibility from 1995 with the great Alan Rickman, Emma Thompson and the very young Kate Winslet in her first big role. It is considered as one of the best adaptions of Austen and the cast is stellar - beside the already mentioned great names there are Hugh Grant, Robert Hardy, Hugh Laurie (Dr.House), Oliver Ford Davies.... it is worth checking out.
Actually, Kate Winslet’s first lead, or rather shared lead, role was in Heavenly Creatures, directed by Peter Jackson. She was terrific in the film, playing a girl who with her best friend becomes involved in one of the most notorious true crime stories in 1950s New Zealand. The girl she played grew up to become the mystery writer Anne Perry.
I love ❤️ Sense and Sensibility
Agreed! Please react to Sense and Sensibility!
And Emma wrote the screenplay for it as well.
The movie version is ok, but I also recommend the Masterpiece adaptation. Wonderfully cast, beautifully set.
Since you watched pride and prejudice, I recommend that you watch sense and sensibility with Emma Thompson and Kate Winslet.
Yes! This!
We are having a feast with your reactions to this movie, Little Women, and Practical Magic. 😍🤗 Thank you!
Thanks so much! Really glad you've been enjoying the recent selections :)
Seriously. Three of my favorite movies of all time!
@@LiaaaaaaaaAAAAAHH Same! ☺️
I wish you could react to "Lost in Austen", which was a mini-series about a modern day woman who goes through a portal in her bathroom and enters Pride and Prejudice in place of Elizabeth, who comes into the modern world. Everything goes wrong with the story after that and it's hilarious.
Omg! I thought no one else saw this 😮 It’s definitely a hilarious version. A must see
That was actually brilliant and started my P&P journey 😭😂🥰♥️
Anna Karenina is another movie that Joe Wright directed and Kiera Knightley starred in. Its direction is very artful and beautiful as well. I'm sure you would like it :)
McFadden is also in it and is so fun
Hated the book and the movie😒
Touring famous, grand estates was very typical for the time. Their homes were often already historical buildings -- passed down from great Lords (so like a mini castle), Abbys (buildings where Nuns reside), and former grand churches. They would have been renovated and built upon over the centuries, based on the owner's wealth. Touring these estates would've been like looking at historic homes or castles like we do these days -- yes a family or bachelor like Darcy might live there, but the housekeeper wouldn't show the private quarters, there was plenty to see otherwise.
This is my favorite version of Pride and Prejudice. So many of these women have gone on to have substantial careers since, I didn't realize, it's been so long since I've seen it. I think the beauty of this one is outstanding, but the acting knocks it out of the park.
Now that you’ve seen this you MUST watch “Emma” the 2020 version. It’s another film adaptation from Jane Austin’s novel. I know you’ll definitely love it as well!
I prefer the 1995 better. 🤷🏻♂️
@@leonardomotta1143 the 1995 version is also SO good. Personally I think the 2020 one just shows us a lot meaner Emma which makes her redemption arc more satisfying to see. Regardless I think I’ve watched all the versions there are multiple times and I love them all😅
2020 Emma is fantastic! Hopefully he watches it. I kind of despair when this is the first and only Austen people have seen. 😅
Obsessed with the 2020 one!
Two of my favorite retellings of Pride and Prejudice you might enjoy also are Bridget Jones diary. (In the same general vain as Clueless being based off Emma. Also, Colin Firth plays the Darcy character specifically because he played him in the miniseries.) AND Pride and Prejudice and Zombies!!!! Soooo underrated ❤❤❤
I prefer the 1985 Colin Firth/Jennifer Ehle version by far.
Also on personal note... I don't recommend Bridget Jones Diary 2 and 3. In my opinion they go completely off the railes.
Yesss! Pride and prejudice and Zombies is hidden gem. Weird, but really cool movie
If you enjoy historical pieces like this, PLEASE watch the BBC North and South - it's a 4 episode mini-series set during the industrial revolution and based very closely on the book by Elizabeth Glaskell.
Lead actors are Richard Armitage and Daniela Danby-Ashe
Excellent choice. That mini series is so underrated!
seconded!
Tours of country homes, then as now, were popular to travlers. It was a way for the owners to flaunt their wealth and taste and for the staff to make some extra money giving guided tours. Loved your reaction! You might like the most recent version of Emma.
Another Mathew Macfadyen movie I love is Death at a Funeral (2007 British version) very dry and simultaneously zanny... love that movie so much
"Fun" Facts: The actors that played Mr. Bingly and Jane was once engaged/dated in real life, but had broken up, which tells you just how good they are at acting.
I love the look on Elizabeth's face when she first sees Darcy's home. She must be thinking, "I turned this down? This could have been mine?"
I agree Pride and Prejudice and Zombies needs to be on your list. It’s really fun!
Yes!! It's such a fun movie to watch.
This is my favorite reaction on your channel, your comments were on point and I laughed so hard with you. :D it was immensely enjoyable.
Thank you so much, you are too kind!
I agree whole-heartedly!! It's so refreshing seeing a man pick up on and enjoy the very same moments I'm convinced we all love :')
What a sweet guy! Take my like, comment and sub. I would love to meet the people that raised such a wonderful human being
Your grins and chuckles throughout the video were so infectious, thank you for reacting to my favorite movie!
This reaction was perfection! I laughed with you the whole time. This is one of my favorite movies! I think one of your best traits as a reactor is that you just enjoy the movie you're watching. I've seen people not liking this movie because the women were thinking too much about marriage or things like that, and then they deemed the movie dumb. Yeah, we all know that's not how things are supposed to be now, but you don't have to take out your enjoyment of a piece of media just for things like that. I loved that you understand the position they're in and just genuinely enjoy it!
Also, you've already watched a Joe Wright's film, Atonement, also with Keira Knightley!
I love the part in this where they are dancing and everyone disappears. There is a movie from 1991 called "Doc Hollywood," with Michael J. Fox and Woody Harrelson and a bunch of other great performers. And there is a sweet scene at the festival where the two love interests are dancing to the song "Crazy" by Patsy Cline and everyone else disappears like that. It's such a great moment and a great way to show how when people are falling for each other, it feels like the rest of the world falls away sometimes.
Exactly this 🥰🥹♥️
Elizabeth to Darcy: "Your hands are cold."
Nick: ""My hands are cold too, what are you afraid of?""
Good reference 😆
Im so glad someone has seen the miniseries before going into this. as someone whos also read the novel... it is sooo much funnier than the movie too.
Yes! It's fine that people enjoy this movie, but it doesn't really represent Austen's novel the way the miniseries does.
Kiera Knightley: 💃👑✨
Miss Bingley: "Not with that hem!" 😠🤢
Pemberly (Darcy’s home) is Chatsworth House in Derbyshire. I went a few times when I lived in England! I lived the county over so it was nearby and it is as beautiful as you see here. More so at Christmas.
This is my all-time favorite film. When I moved back to the US this film was released shortly thereafter. I gasped when I saw. Chatsworth.
Loved your reaction btw. And I noticed your subtle averse reaction to hearing Wickhams story 😂😂 It seems like you enjoyed yourself tremendously, thank you for sharing
Oh, and you’d love the web series, The Lizzie Bennet Diaries.
9:28 FUNNY YOU SAID THAT
Not only Mr. Bennet and Lydia worked together on Hunger Games
But Elizabeth and Mr. Collins worked together on Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (Lord Cutler Beckett)
And I recently saw a movie with both Keyra and Matthew, but I don't think they even interact in it. It's a fantasy movie about a magical realm or something? idk
I was curious so looked it up. £5000 in 1815 is about £549000 today or almost $686,000
Woah that is quite an annual salary...
I grew up with the Colin Firth version which I love but this film is so well done too. If you love the P & P story I would recommend two mini series which riff of it. Lost In Austen(2008) and Death Comes To Pemberley(2013).
Wow one of my favorite reactions to this film ever. You understand the circumstances of the time as a woman and the humor of the writing♥️
I agree, Mr. Collins is one of the best characters, but all of them are so well done
❤This is my favorite version of P&P. It really captures the values of the Regency Era. They loved nature so much....they painted it and wrote about and really celebrated nature. You must watch EMMA from 1997 with Gweneth Paltrow and Sense and Sensability 1995 with an AMAZING CAST including Kate Winslet, Alan Rickman, Emma Thompson, Hugh Laurie, Hugh Grant and so many more💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
I’ve never clicked this fast! I love this story and I love this movie as well. The mini series is my favorite but this is really good as well.
I know this is random but have you thought about watching Good Omens? In season 2 there’s quite a bit of fun with Jane Austen references. It’s definitely entertaining!
I love this movie. I’ve seen it too many times to count. It’s beautiful, fantastic acting, the score is incredible.
Interesting fact the director Joe wright and Rosamund pike started dating after this movie and were actually engaged for a few years before calling it quits.
My absolute favorite movie of all time… I have watched this movie a million times along with Persuasion (2007) - another Jane Austen adaptation.
Last year I went on a vacation to England and on my own private “Pride and Prejudice tour in the Peak District (Derbyshire). On my tour I visited the location of Mr. Darcy’s home Pemberly (in the movie): Chatsworth House owned by the duke and duchess of Devonshire. I also went on a hike at Stanage Edge from the scene where Elizabeth Bennet stood on a cliff 🤩
That's really cool! I would love to see those locations, especially Stanage Edge!
You should watch Matthew MacFeyden in Death at a Funeral. It's hysterical. He is the lead character.
You might enjoy the lovely movie, Becoming Jane, with Anne Hathaway, about Jane Austen. Really well done. My favorite JA novel is Persuasion, but there's no good film version. It was the last novel she completed.
I thought the 1995 version was the best
You need to watch "Atonement" another of Keira Knightley's films for an amazing performance.
Love to see people reacting to these so called “chick flicks”. You gotta check out some older films like My Man Godfrey, Casablanca, Roman Holiday, Rear Window
I am in the frustrating position of feeling the need to defend Mr. Collins. His intentions were generous. If he'd married one of the Bennet sisters, he could've saved all of them from financial ruin after Mr. Bennet's death. I don't like him, and Lizzie was absolutely right to turn him down, but I feel like he gets more hate than he deserves. In a different story, he'd be the hero.
You should definitely watch Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. It’s such a fun movie and Matt Smith kills it as Mr Collins.
The Matt Smith is Mr.Collins? No way!? 😂 I will definitely check it out!
@@meliavarNot Matt Smith from Dr. Who. I don't like this character. I probably would have more if it had been Dr.Whos Matt Smith. Blink Episode Dr. Who's character is in this Sally Sparrow. One of the younger daughters.
Matt Smith is the best Mr. Collins 😂😂😂
I hate zombie movies but I freaking loved this one
I honestly don't like the movie. Badly written, convaludet plot and all kinds of bizzare. Y'all sue me.
The director, Joe Wright, is one of my favourite, he is incredibile. You should watch Atonement, with Keira Knifhtley and James McAvoy, and Cyrano, with Peter Dinklage, or The market hour, with an incredibile Gary Oldman
I reacted to Atonement, it's on the channel :)
Matthew Macfadyen was the lead in Ripper Street (2012-2017) a show about Jack the Ripper (set in 1888) such a fantastic show with great acting and so many recognizable faces.
you really should watch atonement. one of my favorite keira knightly movies
Please watch Sense and sensibility… Also your very good at reacting, your catching all the small things that matter! This is one of my favorite movies of all time!
Oh! So excited to have you react to this movie!! It is literally my favorite movie and novel, as is clear if you take a close look at my photo or Google my name. Based on my expertise, allow me to give a few kudos, some trivia, and answer a few questions.
First, Matthew’s last name is pronounced Mac-FAD (like mad) Yen (the Y is emphasized)
Good on you for understanding and being sympathetic to Mrs. Bennet. Yes, she is ridiculous, annoying, and probably not mother of the year material, but she does love her daughters and knows that her main purpose is to see them safely and successfully married.
The timeline isn’t detailed in the movie, but the initial dance at Meryton took place a handful of months after the tragedy with Mr. Wickham and 15 year old Georgiana Darcy. So Darcy is still very upset and not in a festive mood.
The events take place at the same time the war with Napoleon was on, hence the disdain over decorating “in the French style”. At this time, anything from France was essentially forbidden.
It isn’t that teasing or laughing were wrong, exactly, but composure and manners were signs of gentility. To act foolish or be even slightly rude was bad form!
The hand touch is significant because it was generally considered too forward, or even crossing a huge line, for an unmarried man and woman to touch skin-to-skin. That is why wearing gloves while dancing, for instance, was standard. Darcy reveals to the viewer, and to himself and Elizabeth, his involuntary need to touch her. Lizzy is baffled but Darcy is clearly very affected. Too much, in his mind, which is partially why he (with the help of Caroline) encourage Bingley to leave Netherfield.
All of the houses filmed are in England, of course. Pemberley is Chatsworth House in Derbyshire, one of the many estates owned by the Duke of Devonshire who heads the aristocratic Cavendish family. It is believed that Jane Austen based her description of Pemberley from a recent visit to Chatsworth. Touring the public rooms of the great houses has been a common practices for centuries, and still is to this day.
You are correct that Jane should have made her sentiments clearer, as Charlotte said, although this was difficult to accomplish at this time when women were not supposed to be too forward. Rules of behavior between the sexes were very strict. The significance of Charlotte noting Jane’s reticence, is that when Darcy says the same thing during the rain proposal, Lizzy can’t honestly refute. Instead she changes the subject to Wickham.
Small trivia: Colonel Fitzwilliam is Mr. Darcy’s first cousin. Fitzwilliam is a family name, including Lady Catherine’s surname before her marriage, and the first name of Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy. This is seen briefly on the letter.
Lydia taking off with Mr. Wickham, which was a sexual relationship outside of marriage, would ruin the entire family. None of the girls would ever be able to secure a gentleman of substance and there would be a stain on the family name in Society. Darcy tracking down Wickham, forcing them to marry, and paying a substantial amount of money to secure Wickham a military post was not just a kind gesture. In fact, he was putting his own reputation at some risk to even be involved in such a matter. He truly did not want Lizzy to know. He felt incredible guilt believing it was partially his fault for not exposing Wickham to save his sister’s reputation, and wanted to secure the honor and reputation for the Bennet family, particularly the daughters.
Men could and did play musical instruments. It simply wasn’t considered a necessary aspect of their education. Fine ladies were expected to be at least somewhat educated on the arts and able to entertain guests, as well as be proficient at needle craft and so on.
Lady Catherine heard of Darcy’s affection from Mr. Collins, who gleaned it from his wife Charlotte who was much more perceptive as to what was happening between Darcy and Lizzy.
This movie was a start for several great actors. Even Kiera Knightley was relatively unknown when this was filmed. Joe Wright is a brilliant director definitely worth looking into. Atonement and Anna Karenina are top pics, both starring Knightley. All of the actors were British with the exception of Donald Sutherland and Jena Malone (yes, she was in Hunger Games movies). If you didn’t notice, Kitty Bennet was played by Carey Mulligan, who has won and been nominated for dozens of major awards including two Oscars.
I could go on but this is long enough already! LOL! Thanks for making my day with this reaction, Nick, and I am so glad you enjoyed this excellent adaptation of a wonderful classic novel.
Visiting peoples homes was a lot more like social media back in the day. You would stay for 15 minutes to make small talk or if they werent available, you would leave a calling card. The person that was visited would then return one within a week to show respect to the visit.
People travelling through an area might visit a few places just to put out feelers for new friends and the reason her aunt and uncle are so shocked about Mr Darcy talking to them is because their status was low enough they didnt expect a reply. They were just there to snoop around the house.
I loved your reaction to this. It's my favourite movie adaptation of Austen's classic novel. The scenes in and around Pemberley (Mr Darcy's home) are shot on location in the Peak District and Chatsworth House. The Peak District is one of our national parks here in the UK, and it's mostly in the county of Derbyshire (with a little bit in each of Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Staffordshire, and West and South Yorkshires). It's separated into two "peaks", Dark and Light, depending on the main rock-beds and landscape. I live in the Dark Peak. 😁 Chatsworth House is a stately home also in Derbyshire and it's beautiful, both inside and out, and its seasonal markets and events are always worth a visit.
This version of Mr. Collins is terrifying to me. Because he plays the character straight, you can see how her mother and society could possibly see him as a good match for her and put real pressure on her to accept him.
Also, you should check out more of Austen's work. There's "Persuasion" (not my cup of tea, but some people like it), "Emma", "Northanger Abbey", and "Sense and Sensibility". I absolutely love the last three.
So that you know, Mr. Darcy is from Ripper Street, yes Jane is from Gone Girl, Lydia is from Hunger Games and played young Jodi Foster from Contact, Mary was married to Elon Musk, Caroline Bingley is on Yellowstone with Kevin Costner, Mr. Wickham was on Homeland, and Mr. Collins played Queen's manager in Bohemian Rhapsody. Between that, the Aunt who was on Downton Abbey, Kiera, Donald Sutherland and Judi Dench, it was an all star cast!
One of my favorite movies! Bridget Jones's Diary is a modern day Pride and Prejudice retelling. Another great Kiera Knightly movie is Begin Again, with Mark Ruffalo and Hailee Steinfeld.
Yay I love this movie!!
7:45 Dang, it's an invasion! 29:02 Don't judge a book by its cover. Or a brooding handsome man by his rudeness. 😂😂
17:18 I remember when I watched this in high school and this scene had everyone holding their breath and then laughing when he just abruptly left 😂😂
I love thisbversion. Its just So stunningly beautiful.
This is personally my favorite version/telling of this story.
Love to see you react to a movie called Austinland with Keri Russell..I think you would appreciate it especially after watching this.
Nick, I've watched mostly reactions by women reactors, of rom com and romantic movies. Your perspective, from my side of the aisle (so to speak) is a change, and perceptive. You come across as an intelligent and emotionally tuned-in dude and your reactions are great to watch. Respect from a senior citizen in Singapore.
The “great houses” would have public rooms open for tours (the more museum ones) and then there were private areas (which Lizzie peeked into)
If you want to explore more movies directed by Joe Wright, you need to watch "Atonement" !! It's a masterpiece.
I already reacted to it, the video is on the channel :)
This became my favorite movie after I first saw it in 2005. I also reread the book every December. I have so many different copies of this book.
The original release did not have the end scene with Elizabeth and Mr Darcy. It ended on the father's permission for the marriage. The scene with the lovers was added for the American release.
Apparently, today Bingley would make more than 8 million a year, and Darcy double that (plus a huge estate and fortune). Mr Bennet makes 3 million a year. (There's other numbers out there that are less, since there's different ways of calculating the value of a pound in today's time)
"He looks a little bit like Orlando Bloom" 😂😂😂
£5000 back then is approximately a million. Probably around 900 thousand or so.
The betrayer, the person that started the rumours, is Mr. Collins.
If you watch White Lotus, the guy who plays Mr Collins (Tom Hollander) was in the most recent season as Quentin, one of the mysterious men who befriend Jennifer Coolidge's character
Caroline Bingley is played by Kelly Reilly. Kelly also played Beth Dutton on Yellowstone.
Yes, visiting an estate was common, still is actually. You don't visit the entire house, typically there are public areas like a ballroom, a picture gallery or art room, etc. The private rooms like a sitting room, or music room are not open to see. Same with the gardens, usually there are public parts of the garden, and private areas, as well as the surrounding "park" which is usually cultivated woodland, countryside, ponds etc. These days you pay to enter usually, then possibly too. It was part of a housekeeper's job to show visitors the house, so if the owner/family is at home is largely irrelevant, they don't need to do anything, and they don't even need to know there are visitors. If you come to visit the people you will ask for a servant to announce you, or ask if someone is at home, and you would leave your card if they aren't at home, or aren't receiving visitors.
The Bennets are gentry. Mr Bennet is a gentleman, but he's not a nobleman. On the surface Mr Darcy is also a gentleman, and on the same level, but Mr Darcy has family that is noble, he's much richer than the Bennets, and I don't remember if he is actually someone who would be presented at court, but it's possible that he is. So he's definitely a higher rank socially, even if it's not overt. It's also signaled by his good taste, his knowledge, and the way he raises his sister that he is what would probably be called "genteel". His good taste in his house, garden, art, etc, and treatment of his servants and tenants is what wins over Elisabeth. His letter is what makes her consider his actions in a new light, but how his character is shown through the way people who know him speak about him makes her actually fall for him.
Part of being a well educated and accomplished woman was being able to play the piano, or the harp. I don't think other instruments are very common, or even allowed. Being a musician as a job was not a thing for most women, it would be considered crass and anything in the theatre was associated with prostitution. A lady would be expected to be able to entertain guests, and family. So she should be able to plan meals, direct the servants (or have a good housekeeper and/or butler so they can do it for her), be able to converse on a variety of subjects, be able to play a few card games, be able to embroider or paint to display artwork and decorations, and play music and/or sing for entertainment. There wasn't any other option for music but what people could make themselves, so if you would want to dance with a small group of friends, someone will have to play the music (which means everyone should play so you can rotate, or you make someone play for you) or if you wanted to listen to some music while you read, you are limited to what your family members can do.
From what I've read it was very uncommon for men to play the piano, and somewhat uncommon for men to play an instrument. If they played an instrument they were more likely to play a string instrument or a flute.
OMG YOU ARE WATCHING THE BEST FILMS DUDE!!!!
Really enjoyed your reaction to this awesome movie!
If you want to watch another dramatic performance of Keira Knightly then I recommend "Never Let me Go." It also stars Carey Mulligan who played her sister Kitty in this same Pride and Prejudice along with Andrew Garfield. Never Let Me Go is a hard film to watch but such a beautiful film at the same time...
Algorithm comment cuz I love you watching Jane Austen stuff 😊
Much appreciated!
Surely someone has told you, but Mr. Bingley's sister is Kelly Reilly, who plays Beth on Yellowstone.
The whole video is Nick going "that's flirting". And yes, it definitely is
Growing up, we only had basic cable. I would have the TV on as background noise while I would do my homework, and this movie would play all the time on a certain network. I would hear and watch it all the time, until it became my comfort movie. I can recite the whole film verbatim 😂
That ending was only made for the US market. In cinemas here in Sweden they did not show that scene. The piano is wonderful.
I can’t believe he watched this without his girlfriend smh. I love nicks reactions but they’re leagues better when his gf is tagging along, they have the cutest dynamic together
Haha we'll be doing another reaction together this Sunday... something called the "Devil Wears Prada" :)
Carey Mulligan is one of the sisters in this movie! One of her best roles was The Great Gatsby, and I highly recommend that you watch that movie!!
24:18 "Don't ever tell her your secrets" LOL
This and you’ve got mail are my favorite movies! So happy you reacted to it and shared!
Wow, you're a really good reactor! Since this is my favourite movie of all time, I really know it top to bottom and it's refreshing to see a reactor notice a lot of the improtant details most overlook. You were very perceptive and appreciative. You also were eloquent enough in articulating your thoughts and opinions throughout the reaction.
Excited to see more from you!!!
this is like the ultimate realistic fantasy. I love this movie-- this man is a complete screw up but he isn't afraid to retrace his steps and FIX everyhing he fucked up for one person
Yes it is, Jenna Malone, as Lydia here, from Mocking Jay 1&2. Jenna also played the young Ellie in Contact and has a fantastic starring role in the critical, yet hilarious, movie Saved (a story of a Christian High School) with other stars such as Mandy Moore, Macaulay Culkin, Heather Matarazzo, and Mary-Louis Parker.
I think it's great that you've seen the British mini series for this, and the movie is great too, I think you guys would really like Jane Eyre with Mia Wasikowska, the book is amazing, and the movie is... ✨chef's kiss✨
Another good performance in lead role for Keira Knightley is The Duchess