*Darcy's first proposal scene:* ruclips.net/video/tzfnCYjnKos/видео.html *Darcy's first proposal scene (without 2005):* ruclips.net/video/q6o9bbs0QuM/видео.html *Series:* ruclips.net/p/PLzcoQ_vebs-T2HiyFRu1TzCiioISLXLRq _Instead of receiving any such letter of excuse from his friend, as Elizabeth half expected Mr. Bingley to do, he was able to bring Darcy with him to Longbourn before many days had passed after Lady Catherine’s visit. The gentlemen arrived early; and, before Mrs. Bennet had time to tell him of their having seen his aunt, of which her daughter sat in momentary dread, Bingley, who wanted to be alone with Jane, proposed their all walking out. It was agreed to. Mrs. Bennet was not in the habit of walking, Mary could never spare time, but the remaining five set off together. Bingley and Jane, however, soon allowed the others to outstrip them. They lagged behind, while Elizabeth, Kitty, and Darcy were to entertain each other. Very little was said by either; Kitty was too much afraid of him to talk; Elizabeth was secretly forming a desperate resolution; and, perhaps, he might be doing the same._ _They walked towards the Lucases’, because Kitty wished to call upon Maria; and as Elizabeth saw no occasion for making it a general concern, when Kitty left them she went boldly on with him alone. Now was the moment for her resolution to be executed; and while her courage was high, she immediately said,-_ _“Mr. Darcy, I am a very selfish creature, and for the sake of giving relief to my own feelings care not how much I may be wounding yours. I can no longer help thanking you for your unexampled kindness to my poor sister. Ever since I have known it I have been most anxious to acknowledge to you how gratefully I feel it. Were it known to the rest of my family I should not have merely my own gratitude to express.”_ _“I am sorry, exceedingly sorry,” replied Darcy, in a tone of surprise and emotion, “that you have ever been informed of what may, in a mistaken light, have given you uneasiness. I did not think Mrs. Gardiner was so little to be trusted.”_ _“You must not blame my aunt. Lydia’s thoughtlessness first betrayed to me that you had been concerned in the matter; and, of course, I could not rest till I knew the particulars. Let me thank you again and again, in the name of all my family, for that generous compassion which induced you to take so much trouble, and bear so many mortifications, for the sake of discovering them.”_ _“If you will thank me,” he replied, “let it be for yourself alone. That the wish of giving happiness to you might add force to the other inducements which led me on, I shall not attempt to deny. But your family owe me nothing. Much as I respect them, I believe I thought only of you.”_ _Elizabeth was too much embarrassed to say a word. After a short pause, her companion added, “You are too generous to trifle with me. If your feelings are still what they were last April, tell me so at once. My affections and wishes are unchanged; but one word from you will silence me on this subject for ever.”_ _Elizabeth, feeling all the more than common awkwardness and anxiety of his situation, now forced herself to speak; and immediately, though not very fluently, gave him to understand that her sentiments had undergone so material a change since the period to which he alluded, as to make her receive with gratitude and pleasure his present assurances. The happiness which this reply produced was such as he had probably never felt before; and he expressed himself on the occasion as sensibly and as warmly as a man violently in love can be supposed to do. Had Elizabeth been able to encounter his eyes, she might have seen how well the expression of heartfelt delight diffused over his face became him: but though she could not look she could listen; and he told her of feelings which, in proving of what importance she was to him, made his affection every moment more valuable._ _They walked on without knowing in what direction. There was too much to be thought, and felt, and said, for attention to any other objects. She soon learnt that they were indebted for their present good understanding to the efforts of his aunt, who did call on him in her return through London, and there relate her journey to Longbourn, its motive, and the substance of her conversation with Elizabeth; dwelling emphatically on every expression of the latter, which, in her Ladyship’s apprehension, peculiarly denoted her perverseness and assurance, in the belief that such a relation must assist her endeavours to obtain that promise from her nephew which she had refused to give. But, unluckily for her Ladyship, its effect had been exactly contrariwise._ _“It taught me to hope,” said he, “as I had scarcely ever allowed myself to hope before. I knew enough of your disposition to be certain, that had you been absolutely, irrevocably decided against me, you would have acknowledged it to Lady Catherine frankly and openly.”_ _Elizabeth coloured and laughed as she replied, “Yes, you know enough of my frankness to believe me capable of that. After abusing you so abominably to your face, I could have no scruple in abusing you to all your relations.”_ _“What did you say of me that I did not deserve? For though your accusations were ill-founded, formed on mistaken premises, my behaviour to you at the time had merited the severest reproof. It was unpardonable. I cannot think of it without abhorrence.”_ _“We will not quarrel for the greater share of blame annexed to that evening,” said Elizabeth. “The conduct of neither, if strictly examined, will be irreproachable; but since then we have both, I hope, improved in civility.”_ _“I cannot be so easily reconciled to myself. The recollection of what I then said, of my conduct, my manners, my expressions during the whole of it, is now, and has been many months, inexpressibly painful to me. Your reproof, so well applied, I shall never forget: ‘Had you behaved in a more gentlemanlike manner.’ Those were your words. You know not, you can scarcely conceive, how they have tortured me; though it was some time, I confess, before I was reasonable enough to allow their justice.”_ _“I was certainly very far from expecting them to make so strong an impression. I had not the smallest idea of their being ever felt in such a way.”_ _“I can easily believe it. You thought me then devoid of every proper feeling, I am sure you did. The turn of your countenance I shall never forget, as you said that I could not have addressed you in any possible way that would induce you to accept me.”_ _“Oh, do not repeat what I then said. These recollections will not do at all. I assure you that I have long been most heartily ashamed of it.”_ _Darcy mentioned his letter. “Did it,” said he,-“did it soon make you think better of me? Did you, on reading it, give any credit to its contents?”_ _She explained what its effects on her had been, and how gradually all her former prejudices had been removed._ _“I knew,” said he, “that what I wrote must give you pain, but it was necessary. I hope you have destroyed the letter. There was one part, especially the opening of it, which I should dread your having the power of reading again. I can remember some expressions which might justly make you hate me.”_ _“The letter shall certainly be burnt, if you believe it essential to the preservation of my regard; but, though we have both reason to think my opinions not entirely unalterable, they are not, I hope, quite so easily changed as that implies.”_ _“When I wrote that letter,” replied Darcy, “I believed myself perfectly calm and cool; but I am since convinced that it was written in a dreadful bitterness of spirit.”_ _“The letter, perhaps, began in bitterness, but it did not end so. The adieu is charity itself. But think no more of the letter. The feelings of the person who wrote and the person who received it are now so widely different from what they were then, that every unpleasant circumstance attending it ought to be forgotten. You must learn some of my philosophy. Think only of the past as its remembrance gives you pleasure.”_ *_Pride & Prejudice, Chapter 58_* (Continued below)
_“I cannot give you credit for any philosophy of the kind. Your retrospections must be so totally void of reproach, that the contentment arising from them is not of philosophy, but, what is much better, of ignorance. But with me, it is not so. Painful recollections will intrude, which cannot, which ought not to be repelled. I have been a selfish being all my life, in practice, though not in principle. As a child I was taught what was right, but I was not taught to correct my temper. I was given good principles, but left to follow them in pride and conceit. Unfortunately an only son (for many years an only child), I was spoiled by my parents, who, though good themselves, (my father particularly, all that was benevolent and amiable,) allowed, encouraged, almost taught me to be selfish and overbearing, to care for none beyond my own family circle, to think meanly of all the rest of the world, to wish at least to think meanly of their sense and worth compared with my own. Such I was, from eight to eight-and-twenty; and such I might still have been but for you, dearest, loveliest Elizabeth! What do I not owe you! You taught me a lesson, hard indeed at first, but most advantageous. By you, I was properly humbled. I came to you without a doubt of my reception. You showed me how insufficient were all my pretensions to please a woman worthy of being pleased.”_ _“Had you then persuaded yourself that I should?”_ _“Indeed I had. What will you think of my vanity? I believed you to be wishing, expecting my addresses.”_ _“My manners must have been in fault, but not intentionally, I assure you. I never meant to deceive you, but my spirits might often lead me wrong. How you must have hated me after that evening!”_ _“Hate you! I was angry, perhaps, at first, but my anger soon began to take a proper direction.”_ _“I am almost afraid of asking what you thought of me when we met at Pemberley. You blamed me for coming?”_ _“No, indeed, I felt nothing but surprise.”_ _“Your surprise could not be greater than mine in being noticed by you. My conscience told me that I deserved no extraordinary politeness, and I confess that I did not expect to receive more than my due.”_ _“My object then,” replied Darcy, “was to show you, by every civility in my power, that I was not so mean as to resent the past; and I hoped to obtain your forgiveness, to lessen your ill opinion, by letting you see that your reproofs had been attended to. How soon any other wishes introduced themselves, I can hardly tell, but I believe in about half an hour after I had seen you.”_ _He then told her of Georgiana’s delight in her acquaintance, and of her disappointment at its sudden interruption; which naturally leading to the cause of that interruption, she soon learnt that his resolution of following her from Derbyshire in quest of her sister had been formed before he quitted the inn, and that his gravity and thoughtfulness there had arisen from no other struggles than what such a purpose must comprehend._ _She expressed her gratitude again, but it was too painful a subject to each to be dwelt on farther._ _After walking several miles in a leisurely manner, and too busy to know anything about it, they found at last, on examining their watches, that it was time to be at home._ _“What could have become of Mr. Bingley and Jane?” was a wonder which introduced the discussion of their affairs. Darcy was delighted with their engagement; his friend had given him the earliest information of it._ _“I must ask whether you were surprised?” said Elizabeth._ _“Not at all. When I went away, I felt that it would soon happen.”_ _“That is to say, you had given your permission. I guessed as much.” And though he exclaimed at the term, she found that it had been pretty much the case._ _“On the evening before my going to London,” said he, “I made a confession to him, which I believe I ought to have made long ago. I told him of all that had occurred to make my former interference in his affairs absurd and impertinent. His surprise was great. He had never had the slightest suspicion. I told him, moreover, that I believed myself mistaken in supposing, as I had done, that your sister was indifferent to him; and as I could easily perceive that his attachment to her was unabated, I felt no doubt of their happiness together.”_ _Elizabeth could not help smiling at his easy manner of directing his friend._ _“Did you speak from your own observation,” said she, “when you told him that my sister loved him, or merely from my information last spring?”_ _“From the former. I had narrowly observed her, during the two visits which I had lately made her here; and I was convinced of her affection.”_ _“And your assurance of it, I suppose, carried immediate conviction to him.”_ _“It did. Bingley is most unaffectedly modest. His diffidence had prevented his depending on his own judgment in so anxious a case, but his reliance on mine made everything easy. I was obliged to confess one thing, which for a time, and not unjustly, offended him. I could not allow myself to conceal that your sister had been in town three months last winter, that I had known it, and purposely kept it from him. He was angry. But his anger, I am persuaded, lasted no longer than he remained in any doubt of your sister’s sentiments. He has heartily forgiven me now.”_ _Elizabeth longed to observe that Mr. Bingley had been a most delightful friend; so easily guided that his worth was invaluable; but she checked herself. She remembered that he had yet to learn to be laughed at, and it was rather too early to begin. In anticipating the happiness of Bingley, which of course was to be inferior only to his own, he continued the conversation till they reached the house. In the hall they parted._ *_Pride & Prejudice, Chapter 58_* (Continued below)
_Elizabeth’S spirits soon rising to playfulness again, she wanted Mr. Darcy to account for his having ever fallen in love with her. “How could you begin?” said she. “I can comprehend your going on charmingly, when you had once made a beginning; but what could set you off in the first place?”_ _“I cannot fix on the hour, or the spot, or the look, or the words, which laid the foundation. It is too long ago. I was in the middle before I knew that I had begun.”_ _“My beauty you had early withstood, and as for my manners-my behaviour to you was at least always bordering on the uncivil, and I never spoke to you without rather wishing to give you pain than not. Now, be sincere; did you admire me for my impertinence?”_ _“For the liveliness of your mind I did.”_ _“You may as well call it impertinence at once. It was very little less. The fact is, that you were sick of civility, of deference, of officious attention. You were disgusted with the women who were always speaking, and looking, and thinking for your approbation alone. I roused and interested you, because I was so unlike them. Had you not been really amiable you would have hated me for it: but in spite of the pains you took to disguise yourself, your feelings were always noble and just; and in your heart you thoroughly despised the persons who so assiduously courted you. There-I have saved you the trouble of accounting for it; and really, all things considered, I begin to think it perfectly reasonable. To be sure you know no actual good of me-but nobody thinks of that when they fall in love.”_ _“Was there no good in your affectionate behaviour to Jane, while she was ill at Netherfield?”_ _“Dearest Jane! who could have done less for her? But make a virtue of it by all means. My good qualities are under your protection, and you are to exaggerate them as much as possible; and, in return, it belongs to me to find occasions for teasing and quarrelling with you as often as may be; and I shall begin directly, by asking you what made you so unwilling to come to the point at last? What made you so shy of me, when you first called, and afterwards dined here? Why, especially, when you called, did you look as if you did not care about me?”_ _“Because you were grave and silent, and gave me no encouragement.”_ _“But I was embarrassed.”_ _“And so was I.”_ _“You might have talked to me more when you came to dinner.”_ _“A man who had felt less might.”_ _“How unlucky that you should have a reasonable answer to give, and that I should be so reasonable as to admit it! But I wonder how long you would have gone on, if you had been left to yourself. I wonder when you would have spoken if I had not asked you! My resolution of thanking you for your kindness to Lydia had certainly great effect. Too much, I am afraid; for what becomes of the moral, if our comfort springs from a breach of promise, for I ought not to have mentioned the subject? This will never do.”_ _“You need not distress yourself. The moral will be perfectly fair. Lady Catherine’s unjustifiable endeavours to separate us were the means of removing all my doubts. I am not indebted for my present happiness to your eager desire of expressing your gratitude. I was not in a humour to wait for an opening of yours. My aunt’s intelligence had given me hope, and I was determined at once to know everything.”_ _“Lady Catherine has been of infinite use, which ought to make her happy, for she loves to be of use. But tell me, what did you come down to Netherfield for? Was it merely to ride to Longbourn and be embarrassed? or had you intended any more serious consequences?”_ _“My real purpose was to see you, and to judge, if I could, whether I might ever hope to make you love me. My avowed one, or what I avowed to myself, was to see whether your sister was still partial to Bingley, and if she were, to make the confession to him which I have since made.”_ _“Shall you ever have courage to announce to Lady Catherine what is to befall her?”_ _“I am more likely to want time than courage, Elizabeth. But it ought to be done; and if you will give me a sheet of paper it shall be done directly.”_ _“And if I had not a letter to write myself, I might sit by you, and admire the evenness of your writing, as another young lady once did. But I have an aunt, too, who must not be longer neglected.”_ _From an unwillingness to confess how much her intimacy with Mr. Darcy had been overrated, Elizabeth had never yet answered Mrs. Gardiner’s long letter; but now, having that to communicate which she knew would be most welcome, she was almost ashamed to find that her uncle and aunt had already lost three days of happiness, and immediately wrote as follows:-_ _“I would have thanked you before, my dear aunt, as I ought to have done, for your long, kind, satisfactory detail of particulars; but, to say the truth, I was too cross to write. You supposed more than really existed. But now suppose as much as you choose; give a loose to your fancy, indulge your imagination in every possible flight which the subject will afford, and unless you believe me actually married, you cannot greatly err. You must write again very soon, and praise him a great deal more than you did in your last. I thank you again and again, for not going to the Lakes. How could I be so silly as to wish it! Your idea of the ponies is delightful. We will go round the park every day. I am the happiest creature in the world. Perhaps other people have said so before, but no one with such justice. I am happier even than Jane; she only smiles, I laugh. Mr. Darcy sends you all the love in the world that can be spared from me. You are all to come to Pemberley at Christmas. Yours,” etc._ *_Pride & Prejudice, Chapter 60_*
The reason I love the 2005 one is simply because of how humble that confession is. Darcy, a forever proud, stoic, stone faced man, is expressing himself with such hope and desperation….thats the moment you realise that he truly loves Elizabeth because he doesn’t care if it’s embarrassing for him to ask twice and that he would much rather have her than keep his pride. He finally lets go of that pride because of his love for her.
Fair enough, but I cannot go that road because 2005 strayed too far from Austen's characters. The 2005 version merely copied the overall plot and ignored the character motivations.
@@valkyriesardo278 I understand because the bbc show is definitely much closer to the books and the characters, but I think that the 2005 version keeps the essence of the characters and makes them real 3 dimensional human beings. I also think each adaptation serves the ideals of the period they were made in. The 2005 one might appeal to me more because I grew up with it
Played this video without watching and only listening to the audio on the headphones, and my word, Matthew Macfadyen (2005) sounds so soft and vulnerable in expressing Darcy's feelings
@@Alinjonokcalling the scene vulgar is a stretch. it’s cinematic, and differs from the book, but the line “you have bewitched me body and soul” is beautiful. not for all taste, but no need to be insulting nevertheless
I read this book countless times and while the 2005 version is not always true to the book, it is the only version that leaves me with the same warm fuzzy feeling as reading does and so it will always be my favorite.
Despite his fame, Olivier tends to get on my last nerve. But I freely admit he played this scene beautifully. I think it important to remember that in 1940 the world was at war. The audience needed all the fluffy flounces, frills, and tender sighs.
I have to agree with you completely. Olivier is one of those actors who has been given great accolades but I've never enjoyed anything I've seen him in.
@@valkyriesardo278 If you try on the site "RaiPlay", witch is some kind of italian streaming service, i think you can find it. It's a 5 episode series. I don't know if is in English. I am sorry if my English is not clear 😅
@@TheDivayenta It's not in the book, which is classical not romantic . It's kind of anti Austin, which is all about how life is expressed in society and through civility.
20:50 I was so stunned by the coldness and robotic actor that I couldn’t believe what I was seeing or hearing. he was an appalling bad actor, stiff and pompous. if I watch the whole movie, do you think it might change my mind? i am open because I absolutely love this story.
@@sunsioux444 When she visits pemberley, he completely changes, it is very obvious. It is almost shocking. I feel like this is most like the book. Elizabeth was shocked as well.
@@sunsioux444 1980 he is perfect darcy david rintoul.. his apathy and coldness and then the subtle change in him and the ice thaws.. her was perfect.. just the way darcy was.. all others were cinematic.
As much as I like 2005, I have to agree 1995 seems the best acted, and most faithful choice . I do find it interesting on how many versions try to change Lady Catherine’s personality to make her a more like able character. I prefer to imagine her hating every visit for years until she finally admitted she liked her ( probably when her grand- nephew was born).
Ive just read the book....again....carefully, not skipping bits th😅at were too wordy.....1995 version will never be bettered as a faithful testament to Austen's wonderful story. As Alison Steadman said...the charcters jump out of the page at you.
In 1977, I had to write a Report for a college course critiquing the adaptation of Pride & Prejudice (1940) from Novel to Film 🎭 I remember not doing well with that Report, because at the age of 19, I not only didn't know anything about Jane Austen, I had never heard of this Classic❣️I was supposed to read the Novel, watch the Film and turn in the Report that following week. I fell in love with the 1940 version, I didn't read the Book and needless to say, my Teacher could tell😌 It's been almost half a century, I finally read the Novel 😊 (wonderful experience) and the 1940 version still remains my favorite. For a laugh-out-loud experience try the 1961 Dutch version ~ hilarious! P.S. It may not be my Favorite of all, but the cinematography (2005) as the backdrop to the second proposal was beautifully done.
@@MariaPuig-t5r Yes, you’re right😂 Don’t know if you’re a “I Love Lucy” fan, but there is an iconic Episode of Lucy (with a professional stomper) Stomping 🍇 Grapes. When I saw those ladies and men dancing, I immediately thought of a Harvest celebration and yes, my mind went straight to Lucy 🤣
I feel like 2005 told the characters in a more realistic and more symbolic way in the small details. It’s characters meaning and intentions are skill fully written into the grammar they use to the actions they make. It’s definitely the best out of the films for me. Also the shots they used for the characters always kept me interested and stimulated, and at times placed perfectly when I need to see how the characters feel and all. Very smart use and very well planned
1940 production was the first I ever saw and loved the chemistry between Garson and Olivier. However it is the 1995 production that is the penultimate for me. Colin Firth in a white shirt after a swim 😍😍
The 1995 version will always be the most beloved one for me. So true to the book and so heartwarming. But I also like the 2005 cinematic version. This was my first contact with P&P and Jane Austen and without that movie I would have never seen any other version. And I must admit that I am quite delighted with the old Italian version as well.
Personally it's the book itself that is my favourite. If you've not read it, do yourselves a favour. It's superb. The end is great as we learn what happens after they marry. It doesn't end at the wedding.
Yes! The 2005 version is my favorite movie adaptation. The director was more focused on making a romantic movie than being faithful to the book. When I want a version of Pride and Prejudice that's faithful to the book, I reread the book!
Quem acha a leitura difícil é porque não está acostumado com literatura clássica. É um dos mais fáceis e divertidos de se ler. Jane Austen era muito irônica 😅😅😅
Самая лучшая версия 1995 года. Великолепная игра ВСЕХ актёров, прекрасная атмосфера, ритм всего фильма, талантливый режиссёр и музыка ! Спасибо создателям!
*Note to the viewers:* In the Italian adaptation, Darcy's second proposal scene happens _before_ Lizzy's showdown with Lady Catherine. Darcy's first proposal and letter scenes in that series is believed to be lost, but from Darcy's revelation in this scene we can surmise that his letter did not mention Georgiana's attempted elopement with Wickham.
May I share a link to a new "adaptation" I just found? This version of P&P is created and acted by two young sisters, using Barbie and GI Joe dolls. Their script follows the 2005 film. I think your subscribers might enjoy it: Pride and Prejudice, But with Barbies. ruclips.net/video/m1EaIMvba-E/видео.html
The 2005 with Keira and Matthew is just a beautiful cinematic experience and all the characters feel like their book counterparts, yes they made some changes but it’s beautifully done and the changes enhance the story!
I do love the way she slams the book shut when they're discussing accomplished women. It doesn't stick to the politeness and style of the time period but I think its easier for newcomers
I adore the 1940 version & have watched it countless times. Apart from the love story there is much humour also, which makes for a delightful classic film, like all the old black & white movies of that era
The Darcy of this version is so unlike the original Darcy of the novel. The real Darcy is reserved, serious and deep unlike this flippant version where his walk and talk makes you feel this is someone else, not Darcy at all. As someone who has read the book multiple times thru my teenage years to the present I like the 2005 version true to the spirit of the story but not an exact adaptation of the novel but still is my favourite
I have read very few comments about how extraordinary is Matthew's VOICE... In tone, timbre and spiritual power. Additionally, he gives a uniquely insightful, heartfelt and hypnotically sensitive presentation of the Darcy character. That actor must be quite a man to be able to bring so much to the role - and with the extraordinary gifts he was given.
Thank you ! That’s really nice to see all the different versions ! So many i haven’t watched, so i will start now to watch them, thanks to your beautiful work !
I was searching for a comment on the 1980 version, but found the comment section sadly lacking, so here's my two pieces: I think 1980 version was very true to the book!!! The dialogues, especially the playfulness in Elizabeth's delivery of them was so good!!! 1995 is truly top-tier for the book lovers and 2005 has a sweet little corner in my heart just for itself!!!
Agree. For me this will always be the best adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. No one can ever match Colin Firth as Darcy, in my heart. Everything, in this version, is perfection
My problem with Ehle is that she is prettier than the supposed prettiest sister and she looks mid to late 20s. As actors go, Firth and Macfayden are equal "favorites" and I love both of their performances - impossible to choose. The fact that they played Darcy so differently allows me to love them both equally.
It's peculiar how several versions try to "redeem" Lady Catherine. Takes all the sting out of her genuine snobbery and ill breeding, which is very un-Austen-like. I am a little mixed on which version of the proposal is most successful. 1980 and 1995 come the closest to the original. The Keira Knightly version is more conventionally "romantic". I see why some would prefer it, but it's also not Austen. Her style depends so much on the ironic distance she keeps that it's hard to translate to a visual medium.
1940 is going for a specific fairy tale trope of the old crone "testing" the maiden but being basically sympathetic to the maiden's situation, as opposed to the fairy tale/popular fiction trope of the evil meddling crone that Jane Austen was riffing on. I'm not sure whether 1961 is nodding towards 1940 or towards the fact that in the book we're told that eventually Lady Catherine mends fences with the Darcys. Or just padding out its runtime, since 1961 is a miniseries of six episodes of 45 minutes each, adapting a BBC script meant for six episodes of 30 minutes each. I don't love 2005's second proposal because I feel there's a lack of chemistry between Knightley and McFadyen which makes these grand romantic gestures feel awkward. At the same time, I don't feel that the hand-kissing, etc is inherently a bad way to interpret "immediately, though not very fluently she gave him to understand..." I respect 1980's attempt to film the book as exactly as possible here, eliding her answer to his proposal but showing us the aftermath. 1995 kind of chickens out here, giving us neither her response nor the aftermath and instead deciding to stake everything on that wedding montage. But that artistic decision probably launched a million fanfics and immeasurably strengthened the fandom, so I guess I shouldn't complain too loudly.
Having watched the BBC’s 5-hour iconic 1995 version more than 6 times from beginning to end over the years, here are some thoughts. 1995 is by far the best, and one reason for that is, they had 5 full episodes (5 hours) to unpack the story, build the tension, explore the relationships between Bingley and Darcy, show the viewers WHY the societal divide between Darcy’s background vs. the less careful parenting by Mr. and Mrs. Bennet, all worked to create an almost impossible barrier between Elizabeth and Darcy. The character development in ‘95 is unsurpassed. The ridiculous Mr. Collin’s. The insufferable Lady Catherine (who is royally defeated) are just 2 examples of how ‘95 delivers in the end a more satisfying rendering of the book. Some will disagree, but to each his own. ❤
@@carolanneposey5211 You just cited two out of the three supporting characters I think 1995 does absolutely terribly, so yeah, I'm going to disagree. :)
1995 was a mini-series so it had the time to being true to the source material. For that reason, I find it superior to the previous ones since those try to be somewhat close to the source material and are poorly delivered or altered enough to ruin the scene. 2005 tries to compact as much of the context of the book into a short amount of time that they had to reduce the scene immensely. I think they did a great job of taking pages of dialogue and condensing it into a few lines without losing the context.
@@mortimerbrewster3671 I don't mind the makers of 2005 trying to shorten things, but some of their choices come off as overly modern and slangy ("Don't you dare judge me, Lizzy" or whatever moronic thing Charlotte says to her), and some of the acting choices don't help. When it comes to compressing the story, it's worth noting that the 1967 BBC miniseries is the equivalent in runtime of a 2.5 hour movie (maybe slightly less, subtracting credits) and it manages the dialogue better.
Preferred will always be 1995 for me. It’s so beautifully done and the way it’s so in character for these two it sticks with me! That being said, I can’t deny that the 2005 version is such a guilty pleasure for me. Every time Mr. Darcy says “Your must know I only did it for you. “ I say “Not me not Hermione. Yewwww”
I love the second proposal in the 1995 and 2005 version the most, they’re both so romantic and make me swoon everytime I see them. I swoon every time Colin says “My dearest, loveliest Elizabeth” I also swoon everytime when Matthew says “You have bewitched me body and soul.” That line wasn’t in the book but it was a brilliant addition by the director of the 2005 film.
A question - I find the interactions between the Bennett's in the 2005 version natural, whilst those in the 1995 version seem curiously muted. Mrs. Bennett reminds me of Mr.Bean in that version, which might account for the lack of affection or even recognition shown to her by the rest. I also find Charlotte & Mary barely distinguishable. Elizabeth & her father are well done though, which leads me to wonder why the others are neglected despite the 6 hour running time.
@@imankhandaker6103 good question! the 1995 version is far better with accurate character portrayals according to the book. the bennets interactions are definitely more "muted" than the 2005 but so is the whole thing really, the 2005 is really drawn up to be a lot more dramatic in dialogue and plot devices than the historically accurate regency era lingo and ettiquette. darcy in that time period would never say some of those wonderfully intense lines said in the 2005 version, nor go into lizzy's house at night etc. it's just a more dramatic film with more intimacy because regency manners did not have that kind of intimacy before marriage. which isn't bad at all, but not as accurate to the book nor the time period. also in the 2005 version, charlotte is shown as more desperate, whereas in the 1995 version she draws directly from the book and is seen as although modest, tactile and wise when you pay close attention to her scenes and what she says. i agree though that i think the turn off for many people in the 1995 version is how animated mrs. bennet is, how dull mary is, though remembering that the book is a comedy above all else is important, and those characters were supposed to be extremified in that way, like they were in the book, than the 2005 version was. the 2005 version is a great film but 1995 is the greatest adaptation by a mile
@@4scorelightnings I am sorry but the 1995 version of Mrs. Bennett is unlike any character in Austen, that I can recall. The one in the book is self-absorbed, capricious & unrestrained; but still has some degree of self-awareness. The 1995 incarnation shows no sign of this - the 2005 version shows this beautifully, when she is dumbstruck by the response to her 'No one ever died of the flu,' being 'But she may well die from the shame of having such a mother', accompanied by the laughter of her daughters.She isn't given the time to milk the moment - but you cannot help feel for her as a woman completely out of her depth. There is no single moment like it in all 6 hours of 1995 - she is unflinchingly Mr.Bean throughout. I challenge you to dredge up a single moment of humanity, attributable to her. The 1995 versions of Charlotte & Mary are WHOLLY indistinguishable in my mind, perhaps they are in the book too? Charlotte in 2005 is more childish than I recall, but Mary is memorable by her intense discomfiture at Mr. Collins utter rejection & Jane disappoints me by being unable to muzzle her open laughter, in the same scene. None of these may be in the book - but characterization is part of the art of film-making. Simply reading lines is not enough. The mere fact I was disappointed at Jane & sympathetic to Mary - shows that I had expectations of them & I have no idea where they came from. Kudos to those actresses, who only had seconds to leave a fleeting impression. In contrast the 1995 version has multiple scenes with Lizzie & Jane billowing sedately around drawing rooms, & my main impression was that of a couple of small yachts I once saw at the Henley Regatta. To be fair Lizzie did occaisionally allow expressions of irritation to sail across her face - but Jane was so resolutely at peace that I was afraid she was sleepwalking.
@@imankhandaker6103 i dont disagree, i think you're right in that the mrs. bennet in the 1995 was far more grating, and i liked the 2005 version of her far better 🤝maybe my memorys bad but i thought she wasn't very self aware in the book from immediate recall, though if you say she was, maybe i was missing something? she was complete comedic relief in the book if i remember. i really did like the 1995 interpretation even though it was a drawl to people, your yacht comparison is really funny and true, jane is a lot more passive in the earlier version but i do believe she was the same in the book, and the very reason why the certain plot point worked about darcy being able to convince bingley she did not have the same feelings he did--because one of her important traits was not being able to effectively express how much she had feelings for him. i think i like the 1995 because in its subtle aspects, the moments found in gazes (thinking of the moment elizabeth helps miss darcy on the piano and darcy and her stare at one another in knowing comfort, or the end where bingley says he's staying for more time now as he stares at jane) really melt my heart in a way that is accurate to the slow burn the book is capable of doing. the 2005 version does it wonderfully too, but with more drama and intense dialogue that isn't as accurate to book nor its prime influence through its historicity. my favorite part of pride and prejudice is the dialogue, not necessarily seeing dramatized reactions to the dialogue, but that's just me and i definitely respect and appreciate you liking the 2005 more. i applaud the 2005 version for doing such a feat in a way that moved millions of women in a way that the 1995 could never do, through its glimmering shots and the faster pace, but for some reason i do like the character studies a lot better in the 1995, especially from the leads. it is gregariously following the text, which can be tiresome to people, but its the one closest to my heart
Same. First thing I'm doing after I build a TARDIS in the garden shed is spend six weeks in 1952 London, watching P&P1952 as it airs. In the mean time, keep an eye on the Dutch version - it's using an adaptation of the same script "Props Pete" would have been working from.
@@hcu4359 Dutch, like hawking up lugies, has to be the ugliest language in Europe, unless they make a Polish version with 6 sibilants in a row in every word..
I think they all have a charm about them. In many ways, 1995 more accurately portrayed the characters as they would have behaved at the time. Colin is absolutely a wonderful Darcy, but Matthew has him beat with the emotional depth. The proposal scene in 2005 was the most beautifully performed IMO. The emotions were conveyed so much more and more closely alligned with how i envisioned it when reading the novel. Jane may not have been sappy, but she was absolutely a romantic.
I love both the 1995 and 2005 versions for very different reasons. Both are amazing! I love both the 1995 and 2005 versions for very different reasons. Both are amazing! 1995 Best adaptation and Colin and Jennifer are lovely together. Enough time allows for the story to br fleshed out so beautifully. 2005 Best Cinematography and Soundtrack along with great starring roles!
I tell you, the Dutch version of Pride & Prejudice is hilarious. After watching it 4 or 5 times, even without the closed captions, I understood every word. It is a must see on my P & P Playlist.
I grew up with the 1980 version, which I loved. It felt most in spirit with the book, and was funny . The comically stiff Mr. Darcy finally humanized for Elizabeth. Of course I just loved the 1995 version as well - that one is now legendary, with good reason!
Laurence Olivier was so cool 😎 that was the first P&P adaption I saw. I watched Mrs. Miniver on TCM and I liked Greer Garson so much I went to the public library looking for other movies starring her.
Wow. The 2005 is my favourite. I don't care that much about the accuracy of adaptation. I have the novel to read when i desire , But when adapting to screen that's what i needed to see . a perfect movie , ,music , acting, cinematography, every thing is just flawless. I don't believe it can be better than that .
2005. Mattew Macfadyan the best Mr. Darcy forever, Every look, every movement, expression... Perfect. And the chenistry witch Keyra Knightly fantástic.
Sin duda alguna Colin Firth es el mejor Mr Darcy, 1995, no hay discusión. En la de 2005, aparte de que se aleja del libro, Elisabeth parece una adolescente de 15 años y Darcy es plano, que no ha sabido captar la esencia del personaje
I loved Colin Firth's Mr Darcy (actually anything he does is amazing lol), thought he was THE most amazing Darcy and nobody could do it better . until I saw Matthew Macfadyen as Mr Darcy! OMG, HE IS MR DARCY (in my humble option)... he is Mr Darcy! personified, love that stoic, dark, brooding look but sensitive, takes in everything around him!!!! .Can watch him over and over again ....although I must say "Jennifer Ehle" is my favourite Lizzie - she's just amazing!
I’d never seen the 1940s adaptation but as someone who really likes that era of film, it was really fascinating to see just how much it’s influenced by that era. In hindsight I shouldn’t be surprised, but I still was by the 40’s inflection and costuming
No love for the 1980s version with Elizabeth Garvie and David Rintoul? First version i saw, and the most faithful to the wordy and intense dialogue of the book, with no modern anachronisms ( keira knightley swinging barefoot amongst the chickens!)
My first ever version watched was 1940, before I had even read the book. I’m glad I continued on in both film and novel. While I can appreciate the 2005 version, 1995 will always be my absolute favorite
Colin Firth shows hardly any emotion, he speaks the words from the book, but I can’t see a change of character compared to the beginning if the story. Matthew MacFadyan’s lines might be a very loose interpretation from the book but he nailed the change of character that Firth lacks. His face turns softer as the story progresses.. And his eyes, omg the eyes 🥺
My first was 1967.The story and Eliza Bennett captured my heart. Then I loved Colin Firth as Darcy in that excellent BBC version. Now seeing these clips of the 1980s one I'm struck by the amount of dialogue taken directly from the book. That original dialogue is what "makes" the story. Its whats lacking in 2005, though a very romantic version, so I see its modern" appeal.
everybody likes what was relevant to their generation, what felt like real love at that time, our generation likes the obsessive infatuation all consuming kind of love, previous generations liked simpler quieter calmer kind of love that gave peace to soul and mind. All kinds of love are beautiful in their own way, can't deny the beauty of any story told.
2005 is a Masterpiece. To me, it is the best version of the story as a whole. It elevates the plot and makes for a much more dramatic and romantic experience.
I cant even count how many times ive seen the 2005 version. It gives me chills every single time. The 1995 version has the book perfect dialogue but the 2005 version captures the spirit and romance perfectly. My forever fave 💖
*Darcy's first proposal scene:* ruclips.net/video/tzfnCYjnKos/видео.html
*Darcy's first proposal scene (without 2005):* ruclips.net/video/q6o9bbs0QuM/видео.html
*Series:* ruclips.net/p/PLzcoQ_vebs-T2HiyFRu1TzCiioISLXLRq
_Instead of receiving any such letter of excuse from his friend, as Elizabeth half expected Mr. Bingley to do, he was able to bring Darcy with him to Longbourn before many days had passed after Lady Catherine’s visit. The gentlemen arrived early; and, before Mrs. Bennet had time to tell him of their having seen his aunt, of which her daughter sat in momentary dread, Bingley, who wanted to be alone with Jane, proposed their all walking out. It was agreed to. Mrs. Bennet was not in the habit of walking, Mary could never spare time, but the remaining five set off together. Bingley and Jane, however, soon allowed the others to outstrip them. They lagged behind, while Elizabeth, Kitty, and Darcy were to entertain each other. Very little was said by either; Kitty was too much afraid of him to talk; Elizabeth was secretly forming a desperate resolution; and, perhaps, he might be doing the same._
_They walked towards the Lucases’, because Kitty wished to call upon Maria; and as Elizabeth saw no occasion for making it a general concern, when Kitty left them she went boldly on with him alone. Now was the moment for her resolution to be executed; and while her courage was high, she immediately said,-_
_“Mr. Darcy, I am a very selfish creature, and for the sake of giving relief to my own feelings care not how much I may be wounding yours. I can no longer help thanking you for your unexampled kindness to my poor sister. Ever since I have known it I have been most anxious to acknowledge to you how gratefully I feel it. Were it known to the rest of my family I should not have merely my own gratitude to express.”_
_“I am sorry, exceedingly sorry,” replied Darcy, in a tone of surprise and emotion, “that you have ever been informed of what may, in a mistaken light, have given you uneasiness. I did not think Mrs. Gardiner was so little to be trusted.”_
_“You must not blame my aunt. Lydia’s thoughtlessness first betrayed to me that you had been concerned in the matter; and, of course, I could not rest till I knew the particulars. Let me thank you again and again, in the name of all my family, for that generous compassion which induced you to take so much trouble, and bear so many mortifications, for the sake of discovering them.”_
_“If you will thank me,” he replied, “let it be for yourself alone. That the wish of giving happiness to you might add force to the other inducements which led me on, I shall not attempt to deny. But your family owe me nothing. Much as I respect them, I believe I thought only of you.”_
_Elizabeth was too much embarrassed to say a word. After a short pause, her companion added, “You are too generous to trifle with me. If your feelings are still what they were last April, tell me so at once. My affections and wishes are unchanged; but one word from you will silence me on this subject for ever.”_
_Elizabeth, feeling all the more than common awkwardness and anxiety of his situation, now forced herself to speak; and immediately, though not very fluently, gave him to understand that her sentiments had undergone so material a change since the period to which he alluded, as to make her receive with gratitude and pleasure his present assurances. The happiness which this reply produced was such as he had probably never felt before; and he expressed himself on the occasion as sensibly and as warmly as a man violently in love can be supposed to do. Had Elizabeth been able to encounter his eyes, she might have seen how well the expression of heartfelt delight diffused over his face became him: but though she could not look she could listen; and he told her of feelings which, in proving of what importance she was to him, made his affection every moment more valuable._
_They walked on without knowing in what direction. There was too much to be thought, and felt, and said, for attention to any other objects. She soon learnt that they were indebted for their present good understanding to the efforts of his aunt, who did call on him in her return through London, and there relate her journey to Longbourn, its motive, and the substance of her conversation with Elizabeth; dwelling emphatically on every expression of the latter, which, in her Ladyship’s apprehension, peculiarly denoted her perverseness and assurance, in the belief that such a relation must assist her endeavours to obtain that promise from her nephew which she had refused to give. But, unluckily for her Ladyship, its effect had been exactly contrariwise._
_“It taught me to hope,” said he, “as I had scarcely ever allowed myself to hope before. I knew enough of your disposition to be certain, that had you been absolutely, irrevocably decided against me, you would have acknowledged it to Lady Catherine frankly and openly.”_
_Elizabeth coloured and laughed as she replied, “Yes, you know enough of my frankness to believe me capable of that. After abusing you so abominably to your face, I could have no scruple in abusing you to all your relations.”_
_“What did you say of me that I did not deserve? For though your accusations were ill-founded, formed on mistaken premises, my behaviour to you at the time had merited the severest reproof. It was unpardonable. I cannot think of it without abhorrence.”_
_“We will not quarrel for the greater share of blame annexed to that evening,” said Elizabeth. “The conduct of neither, if strictly examined, will be irreproachable; but since then we have both, I hope, improved in civility.”_
_“I cannot be so easily reconciled to myself. The recollection of what I then said, of my conduct, my manners, my expressions during the whole of it, is now, and has been many months, inexpressibly painful to me. Your reproof, so well applied, I shall never forget: ‘Had you behaved in a more gentlemanlike manner.’ Those were your words. You know not, you can scarcely conceive, how they have tortured me; though it was some time, I confess, before I was reasonable enough to allow their justice.”_
_“I was certainly very far from expecting them to make so strong an impression. I had not the smallest idea of their being ever felt in such a way.”_
_“I can easily believe it. You thought me then devoid of every proper feeling, I am sure you did. The turn of your countenance I shall never forget, as you said that I could not have addressed you in any possible way that would induce you to accept me.”_
_“Oh, do not repeat what I then said. These recollections will not do at all. I assure you that I have long been most heartily ashamed of it.”_
_Darcy mentioned his letter. “Did it,” said he,-“did it soon make you think better of me? Did you, on reading it, give any credit to its contents?”_
_She explained what its effects on her had been, and how gradually all her former prejudices had been removed._
_“I knew,” said he, “that what I wrote must give you pain, but it was necessary. I hope you have destroyed the letter. There was one part, especially the opening of it, which I should dread your having the power of reading again. I can remember some expressions which might justly make you hate me.”_
_“The letter shall certainly be burnt, if you believe it essential to the preservation of my regard; but, though we have both reason to think my opinions not entirely unalterable, they are not, I hope, quite so easily changed as that implies.”_
_“When I wrote that letter,” replied Darcy, “I believed myself perfectly calm and cool; but I am since convinced that it was written in a dreadful bitterness of spirit.”_
_“The letter, perhaps, began in bitterness, but it did not end so. The adieu is charity itself. But think no more of the letter. The feelings of the person who wrote and the person who received it are now so widely different from what they were then, that every unpleasant circumstance attending it ought to be forgotten. You must learn some of my philosophy. Think only of the past as its remembrance gives you pleasure.”_
*_Pride & Prejudice, Chapter 58_*
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_“I cannot give you credit for any philosophy of the kind. Your retrospections must be so totally void of reproach, that the contentment arising from them is not of philosophy, but, what is much better, of ignorance. But with me, it is not so. Painful recollections will intrude, which cannot, which ought not to be repelled. I have been a selfish being all my life, in practice, though not in principle. As a child I was taught what was right, but I was not taught to correct my temper. I was given good principles, but left to follow them in pride and conceit. Unfortunately an only son (for many years an only child), I was spoiled by my parents, who, though good themselves, (my father particularly, all that was benevolent and amiable,) allowed, encouraged, almost taught me to be selfish and overbearing, to care for none beyond my own family circle, to think meanly of all the rest of the world, to wish at least to think meanly of their sense and worth compared with my own. Such I was, from eight to eight-and-twenty; and such I might still have been but for you, dearest, loveliest Elizabeth! What do I not owe you! You taught me a lesson, hard indeed at first, but most advantageous. By you, I was properly humbled. I came to you without a doubt of my reception. You showed me how insufficient were all my pretensions to please a woman worthy of being pleased.”_
_“Had you then persuaded yourself that I should?”_
_“Indeed I had. What will you think of my vanity? I believed you to be wishing, expecting my addresses.”_
_“My manners must have been in fault, but not intentionally, I assure you. I never meant to deceive you, but my spirits might often lead me wrong. How you must have hated me after that evening!”_
_“Hate you! I was angry, perhaps, at first, but my anger soon began to take a proper direction.”_
_“I am almost afraid of asking what you thought of me when we met at Pemberley. You blamed me for coming?”_
_“No, indeed, I felt nothing but surprise.”_
_“Your surprise could not be greater than mine in being noticed by you. My conscience told me that I deserved no extraordinary politeness, and I confess that I did not expect to receive more than my due.”_
_“My object then,” replied Darcy, “was to show you, by every civility in my power, that I was not so mean as to resent the past; and I hoped to obtain your forgiveness, to lessen your ill opinion, by letting you see that your reproofs had been attended to. How soon any other wishes introduced themselves, I can hardly tell, but I believe in about half an hour after I had seen you.”_
_He then told her of Georgiana’s delight in her acquaintance, and of her disappointment at its sudden interruption; which naturally leading to the cause of that interruption, she soon learnt that his resolution of following her from Derbyshire in quest of her sister had been formed before he quitted the inn, and that his gravity and thoughtfulness there had arisen from no other struggles than what such a purpose must comprehend._
_She expressed her gratitude again, but it was too painful a subject to each to be dwelt on farther._
_After walking several miles in a leisurely manner, and too busy to know anything about it, they found at last, on examining their watches, that it was time to be at home._
_“What could have become of Mr. Bingley and Jane?” was a wonder which introduced the discussion of their affairs. Darcy was delighted with their engagement; his friend had given him the earliest information of it._
_“I must ask whether you were surprised?” said Elizabeth._
_“Not at all. When I went away, I felt that it would soon happen.”_
_“That is to say, you had given your permission. I guessed as much.” And though he exclaimed at the term, she found that it had been pretty much the case._
_“On the evening before my going to London,” said he, “I made a confession to him, which I believe I ought to have made long ago. I told him of all that had occurred to make my former interference in his affairs absurd and impertinent. His surprise was great. He had never had the slightest suspicion. I told him, moreover, that I believed myself mistaken in supposing, as I had done, that your sister was indifferent to him; and as I could easily perceive that his attachment to her was unabated, I felt no doubt of their happiness together.”_
_Elizabeth could not help smiling at his easy manner of directing his friend._
_“Did you speak from your own observation,” said she, “when you told him that my sister loved him, or merely from my information last spring?”_
_“From the former. I had narrowly observed her, during the two visits which I had lately made her here; and I was convinced of her affection.”_
_“And your assurance of it, I suppose, carried immediate conviction to him.”_
_“It did. Bingley is most unaffectedly modest. His diffidence had prevented his depending on his own judgment in so anxious a case, but his reliance on mine made everything easy. I was obliged to confess one thing, which for a time, and not unjustly, offended him. I could not allow myself to conceal that your sister had been in town three months last winter, that I had known it, and purposely kept it from him. He was angry. But his anger, I am persuaded, lasted no longer than he remained in any doubt of your sister’s sentiments. He has heartily forgiven me now.”_
_Elizabeth longed to observe that Mr. Bingley had been a most delightful friend; so easily guided that his worth was invaluable; but she checked herself. She remembered that he had yet to learn to be laughed at, and it was rather too early to begin. In anticipating the happiness of Bingley, which of course was to be inferior only to his own, he continued the conversation till they reached the house. In the hall they parted._
*_Pride & Prejudice, Chapter 58_*
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_Elizabeth’S spirits soon rising to playfulness again, she wanted Mr. Darcy to account for his having ever fallen in love with her. “How could you begin?” said she. “I can comprehend your going on charmingly, when you had once made a beginning; but what could set you off in the first place?”_
_“I cannot fix on the hour, or the spot, or the look, or the words, which laid the foundation. It is too long ago. I was in the middle before I knew that I had begun.”_
_“My beauty you had early withstood, and as for my manners-my behaviour to you was at least always bordering on the uncivil, and I never spoke to you without rather wishing to give you pain than not. Now, be sincere; did you admire me for my impertinence?”_
_“For the liveliness of your mind I did.”_
_“You may as well call it impertinence at once. It was very little less. The fact is, that you were sick of civility, of deference, of officious attention. You were disgusted with the women who were always speaking, and looking, and thinking for your approbation alone. I roused and interested you, because I was so unlike them. Had you not been really amiable you would have hated me for it: but in spite of the pains you took to disguise yourself, your feelings were always noble and just; and in your heart you thoroughly despised the persons who so assiduously courted you. There-I have saved you the trouble of accounting for it; and really, all things considered, I begin to think it perfectly reasonable. To be sure you know no actual good of me-but nobody thinks of that when they fall in love.”_
_“Was there no good in your affectionate behaviour to Jane, while she was ill at Netherfield?”_
_“Dearest Jane! who could have done less for her? But make a virtue of it by all means. My good qualities are under your protection, and you are to exaggerate them as much as possible; and, in return, it belongs to me to find occasions for teasing and quarrelling with you as often as may be; and I shall begin directly, by asking you what made you so unwilling to come to the point at last? What made you so shy of me, when you first called, and afterwards dined here? Why, especially, when you called, did you look as if you did not care about me?”_
_“Because you were grave and silent, and gave me no encouragement.”_
_“But I was embarrassed.”_
_“And so was I.”_
_“You might have talked to me more when you came to dinner.”_
_“A man who had felt less might.”_
_“How unlucky that you should have a reasonable answer to give, and that I should be so reasonable as to admit it! But I wonder how long you would have gone on, if you had been left to yourself. I wonder when you would have spoken if I had not asked you! My resolution of thanking you for your kindness to Lydia had certainly great effect. Too much, I am afraid; for what becomes of the moral, if our comfort springs from a breach of promise, for I ought not to have mentioned the subject? This will never do.”_
_“You need not distress yourself. The moral will be perfectly fair. Lady Catherine’s unjustifiable endeavours to separate us were the means of removing all my doubts. I am not indebted for my present happiness to your eager desire of expressing your gratitude. I was not in a humour to wait for an opening of yours. My aunt’s intelligence had given me hope, and I was determined at once to know everything.”_
_“Lady Catherine has been of infinite use, which ought to make her happy, for she loves to be of use. But tell me, what did you come down to Netherfield for? Was it merely to ride to Longbourn and be embarrassed? or had you intended any more serious consequences?”_
_“My real purpose was to see you, and to judge, if I could, whether I might ever hope to make you love me. My avowed one, or what I avowed to myself, was to see whether your sister was still partial to Bingley, and if she were, to make the confession to him which I have since made.”_
_“Shall you ever have courage to announce to Lady Catherine what is to befall her?”_
_“I am more likely to want time than courage, Elizabeth. But it ought to be done; and if you will give me a sheet of paper it shall be done directly.”_
_“And if I had not a letter to write myself, I might sit by you, and admire the evenness of your writing, as another young lady once did. But I have an aunt, too, who must not be longer neglected.”_
_From an unwillingness to confess how much her intimacy with Mr. Darcy had been overrated, Elizabeth had never yet answered Mrs. Gardiner’s long letter; but now, having that to communicate which she knew would be most welcome, she was almost ashamed to find that her uncle and aunt had already lost three days of happiness, and immediately wrote as follows:-_
_“I would have thanked you before, my dear aunt, as I ought to have done, for your long, kind, satisfactory detail of particulars; but, to say the truth, I was too cross to write. You supposed more than really existed. But now suppose as much as you choose; give a loose to your fancy, indulge your imagination in every possible flight which the subject will afford, and unless you believe me actually married, you cannot greatly err. You must write again very soon, and praise him a great deal more than you did in your last. I thank you again and again, for not going to the Lakes. How could I be so silly as to wish it! Your idea of the ponies is delightful. We will go round the park every day. I am the happiest creature in the world. Perhaps other people have said so before, but no one with such justice. I am happier even than Jane; she only smiles, I laugh. Mr. Darcy sends you all the love in the world that can be spared from me. You are all to come to Pemberley at Christmas. Yours,” etc._
*_Pride & Prejudice, Chapter 60_*
@@Love.and.Freindship спасибо за текст😊
1995: it's like reading the book / 2005: it's how one can imagine the scene with more "cinematic passion"
Exactly
I agree ❗
Yes the 2005 version is a work of art.
Idem, idem, idem, ciao.
Exactly.
The reason I love the 2005 one is simply because of how humble that confession is. Darcy, a forever proud, stoic, stone faced man, is expressing himself with such hope and desperation….thats the moment you realise that he truly loves Elizabeth because he doesn’t care if it’s embarrassing for him to ask twice and that he would much rather have her than keep his pride. He finally lets go of that pride because of his love for her.
Fair enough, but I cannot go that road because 2005 strayed too far from Austen's characters. The 2005 version merely copied the overall plot and ignored the character motivations.
@@valkyriesardo278 I understand because the bbc show is definitely much closer to the books and the characters, but I think that the 2005 version keeps the essence of the characters and makes them real 3 dimensional human beings. I also think each adaptation serves the ideals of the period they were made in. The 2005 one might appeal to me more because I grew up with it
Yet it bears almost no resemblance to the character written by Jane AUsten.
@@akhitssssI found the 2005 version too rushed much prefer the 1995 version although I quite like the 1980 version too
At a young age I adored the 2005 version, as I grew up a little the 1995 version became my favorite and over the past 10 years this has not changed
I agree, 1995 is the real Mr.Darcy.
Played this video without watching and only listening to the audio on the headphones, and my word, Matthew Macfadyen (2005) sounds so soft and vulnerable in expressing Darcy's feelings
“I love…I love…I love you” makes my heart jump a little every single time
Both 2005 and 1995 are perfect❤❤❤❤2005 perfect as cinema versión, 1995 perfect as adaptation.
Not cause its the latest but 2005 is a masterpiece. Camera, setting, light, cast are stunning. Thank You from the bottom of my heart
Matthew Macfadyan the best Mr,Darcy forever,
Camera settings, but not the h8stiric part. 1995 version is so accurate and delicate. And 2005 is just vulgar Hollywood film
I agree! A masterpiece! The music! The lightening! The costumes! The script! The acting! The cinematography! Exquisite!!!
@@Alinjonokcalling the scene vulgar is a stretch. it’s cinematic, and differs from the book, but the line “you have bewitched me body and soul” is beautiful. not for all taste, but no need to be insulting nevertheless
AGREED
For me, the best version of 1995...
Without question.
That’s because it is!
The Colin Firth devotees will agree, most fervently.
I read this book countless times and while the 2005 version is not always true to the book, it is the only version that leaves me with the same warm fuzzy feeling as reading does and so it will always be my favorite.
My sentiment exactly ❤
The 🎼 score in the 2005 adaption was hypnotically beautiful, as was the cinematography but the 1995 remains my favourite. ☮️
I listen to the music from the 2005 movie all the time, transports me to another realm
Same. I like the 2005 movie. But I really love the 95 adaptation. Maybe because it was the first first version I saw after reading the book.
@@leeann5530 may you help me please Iwant to analyse Mr darcy 's character and Elizabeth
Despite his fame, Olivier tends to get on my last nerve. But I freely admit he played this scene beautifully. I think it important to remember that in 1940 the world was at war. The audience needed all the fluffy flounces, frills, and tender sighs.
I've never been a fan of Olivier, either. He's just not attractive, to me, and I can't watch him as a romantic lead
What's up with the two curls at his temples?? It's giving 😈.
One had the impression that Olivier actually was smitten with Greer Garson in real life, and who could blame him? Such an enchanting lady.
@@starababa1985 My understanding was that he had been angling to get his wife Vivian Leigh the role.
I have to agree with you completely. Olivier is one of those actors who has been given great accolades but I've never enjoyed anything I've seen him in.
2005 version will be my fave ever, Mathew and Keira are the best. The way Mathew says it calmly and patiently every word is bliss to ears.
1995 will always be the most outstanding version for me.
Nope! They both had an affair with each other destroying lives....
1995 was the first one I ever have seen, over and over.
...and over again
Экранизация 1995 года без сомнения самая лучшая !
I love the Italian folk dance troupe which just happened to visit the English village.
It is supposed to be a post-harvest dance by tenants and farmers of Mr. Bennet's estate. 😀
@@Love.and.Freindship
Bizarre to my eyes, but lots of fun. I do admire the dialog of the Italian version and hope to see the entire film someday.
@@valkyriesardo278
If you try on the site "RaiPlay", witch is some kind of italian streaming service, i think you can find it. It's a 5 episode series. I don't know if is in English. I am sorry if my English is not clear 😅
A bit like the Romanian harvest festival in Tess lol.
It’s the “you have bewitched me body and soul” what does it for me
It’s the silent stare after he says “one word from you will silence me forever”
I wonder why Olivier didn’t say it.
Amen amen amen!!
Because Jane Austen didn't write it.
It's added to appeal to those who cannot see the romance of Darcy's actions. @@TheDivayenta
@@TheDivayenta It's not in the book, which is classical not romantic . It's kind of anti Austin, which is all about how life is expressed in society and through civility.
there's just something so ethereal and romantic about the 2005 version that will forever be my favorite iteration of the story.
I grew up with the 1980 one and its my favorite. My family and I watched it over Christmas. It is, perhaps, the most satisfying one.
20:50 I was so stunned by the coldness and robotic actor that I couldn’t believe what I was seeing or hearing. he was an appalling bad actor, stiff and pompous. if I watch the whole movie, do you think it might change my mind? i am open because I absolutely love this story.
@@sunsioux444 When she visits pemberley, he completely changes, it is very obvious. It is almost shocking. I feel like this is most like the book. Elizabeth was shocked as well.
@@sunsioux444 1980 he is perfect darcy david rintoul.. his apathy and coldness and then the subtle change in him and the ice thaws.. her was perfect.. just the way darcy was.. all others were cinematic.
@@bhartik4069 I will give it a chance
@@quarterlifechangeDavid Rintoul #1, Colin Firth #2. McFaddyn...great actor but not Darcy.
1995 version is the best, absolutely perfect for me ❤️
I perceive another Colin Firth fan giving testimony..🤔
What I love about this scene is it shows the 180 degrees difference on how they interact with each other.😊😊😊
As much as I like 2005, I have to agree 1995 seems the best acted, and most faithful choice . I do find it interesting on how many versions try to change Lady Catherine’s personality to make her a more like able character. I prefer to imagine her hating every visit for years until she finally admitted she liked her ( probably when her grand- nephew was born).
I doubt it, that woman would sooner travel the distance of the earth on her bare hands and knees before admitting fault with her opinions or actions
Ive just read the book....again....carefully, not skipping bits th😅at were too wordy.....1995 version will never be bettered as a faithful testament to Austen's wonderful story. As Alison Steadman said...the charcters jump out of the page at you.
I love all the characters in 95, just seeing Bingley makes me smile.
In 1977, I had to write a Report for a college course critiquing the adaptation of Pride & Prejudice (1940) from Novel to Film 🎭 I remember not doing well with that Report, because at the age of 19, I not only didn't know anything about Jane Austen, I had never heard of this Classic❣️I was supposed to read the Novel, watch the Film and turn in the Report that following week. I fell in love with the 1940 version, I didn't read the Book and needless to say, my Teacher could tell😌
It's been almost half a century, I finally read the Novel 😊 (wonderful experience) and the 1940 version still remains my favorite.
For a laugh-out-loud experience try the 1961 Dutch version ~ hilarious!
P.S. It may not be my Favorite of all, but the cinematography (2005) as the backdrop to the second proposal was beautifully done.
How about the Italian version? Where did they find those dancers looking like they just came back from a grape stomping? Ridiculous
@@MariaPuig-t5r
Yes, you’re right😂
Don’t know if you’re a “I Love Lucy” fan, but there is an iconic Episode of Lucy (with a professional stomper) Stomping 🍇 Grapes. When I saw those ladies and men dancing, I immediately thought of a Harvest celebration and yes, my mind went straight to Lucy 🤣
It's good you didn't have to write about the execrable Sam Goldwyn's 1939 'Wuthering Heights' w/o reading the book!
@@rogerpropes7129
😅 Or, a pithy ~ Readers Digest-like account of Tolstoy’s “War & Peace”😊
I feel like 2005 told the characters in a more realistic and more symbolic way in the small details. It’s characters meaning and intentions are skill fully written into the grammar they use to the actions they make. It’s definitely the best out of the films for me. Also the shots they used for the characters always kept me interested and stimulated, and at times placed perfectly when I need to see how the characters feel and all. Very smart use and very well planned
1940 production was the first I ever saw and loved the chemistry between Garson and Olivier. However it is the 1995 production that is the penultimate for me. Colin Firth in a white shirt after a swim 😍😍
That stupid scene is blinding everyone to the fact he is too old for the part and too mean spirited at first ever to be lovable.
Penultimate? The second to last one for you? 🫠
1995 version for me always xx
The 1995 version will always be the most beloved one for me. So true to the book and so heartwarming. But I also like the 2005 cinematic version. This was my first contact with P&P and Jane Austen and without that movie I would have never seen any other version.
And I must admit that I am quite delighted with the old Italian version as well.
I must also say, i rather liked the clip from the old italian version
Personally it's the book itself that is my favourite. If you've not read it, do yourselves a favour. It's superb. The end is great as we learn what happens after they marry. It doesn't end at the wedding.
Yes! The 2005 version is my favorite movie adaptation. The director was more focused on making a romantic movie than being faithful to the book. When I want a version of Pride and Prejudice that's faithful to the book, I reread the book!
Quem acha a leitura difícil é porque não está acostumado com literatura clássica. É um dos mais fáceis e divertidos de se ler. Jane Austen era muito irônica 😅😅😅
I just finished reading the book for the first time. The 1995 series is a great adaptation , but my heart completely belongs to the 2005 version
The first gets the words right - the second gets the chemistry right.
@@imankhandaker6103yes!!
@@sunsioux444 To any who doubt - try watching with the sound off. See which one conveys unspoken EMOTION - & which one is a talking book.
What is very similar to the novel
@@anuwahindara5901 A photocopy?
Самая лучшая версия 1995 года. Великолепная игра ВСЕХ актёров, прекрасная атмосфера, ритм всего фильма, талантливый режиссёр и музыка ! Спасибо создателям!
*Note to the viewers:* In the Italian adaptation, Darcy's second proposal scene happens _before_ Lizzy's showdown with Lady Catherine. Darcy's first proposal and letter scenes in that series is believed to be lost, but from Darcy's revelation in this scene we can surmise that his letter did not mention Georgiana's attempted elopement with Wickham.
May I share a link to a new "adaptation" I just found? This version of P&P is created and acted by two young sisters, using Barbie and GI Joe dolls. Their script follows the 2005 film. I think your subscribers might enjoy it: Pride and Prejudice, But with Barbies. ruclips.net/video/m1EaIMvba-E/видео.html
1980 And 1995 my favourites as a historian and fan of Jane Austin. I've NEVER seen the earlier ones.
The 2005 with Keira and Matthew is just a beautiful cinematic experience and all the characters feel like their book counterparts, yes they made some changes but it’s beautifully done and the changes enhance the story!
I do love the way she slams the book shut when they're discussing accomplished women. It doesn't stick to the politeness and style of the time period but I think its easier for newcomers
I adore the 1940 version & have watched it countless times. Apart from the love story there is much humour also, which makes for a delightful classic film, like all the old black & white movies of that era
It's stylized and GG saves it from all its faults.
The Darcy of this version is so unlike the original Darcy of the novel. The real Darcy is reserved, serious and deep unlike this flippant version where his walk and talk makes you feel this is someone else, not Darcy at all. As someone who has read the book multiple times thru my teenage years to the present I like the 2005 version true to the spirit of the story but not an exact adaptation of the novel but still is my favourite
2005 is the BEST version for me❣️👌🏻😃 I’m obsessed 🤩
I have read very few comments about how extraordinary is Matthew's VOICE... In tone, timbre and spiritual power.
Additionally, he gives a uniquely insightful, heartfelt and hypnotically sensitive presentation of the Darcy character. That actor must be quite a man to be able to bring so much to the role - and with the extraordinary gifts he was given.
Thank you ! That’s really nice to see all the different versions ! So many i haven’t watched, so i will start now to watch them, thanks to your beautiful work !
Colin Firth is so handsome. I love him in this movie. Wow!!
I was searching for a comment on the 1980 version, but found the comment section sadly lacking, so here's my two pieces:
I think 1980 version was very true to the book!!! The dialogues, especially the playfulness in Elizabeth's delivery of them was so good!!! 1995 is truly top-tier for the book lovers and 2005 has a sweet little corner in my heart just for itself!!!
I agree. The most faithful to the book is the 1980 version, and the best Mr Darcy is certainly 1980. While 2005 has a more "romantic Mr Darcy"
@@KeilahConHTorres He's a bit Heathcliffy. Much more romantic than neo classical.
I love 1995. The whole production was very impressive. As to the proposal 1980 is really good too.
Agreed. I actually watched the 1980 version for the first time last week. I was pleasantly surprised. It was a lot better than I thought it would be.
@@walkawaycat431 Rintoul is funny, like a retarded stork strutting about.
2005 has the best cinematics, chemistry and music
я даже себе скачала ОСТ к фильму, музыка великолепная
Yes indeed ...
Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth will always be the only true Elizabeth and Darcy for me.
Agree. For me this will always be the best adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. No one can ever match Colin Firth as Darcy, in my heart. Everything, in this version, is perfection
Agree with you
Mathew and Keira are my favorites, I love that version. The miniseries is good but the characters from the 2005 movie are the best for me.
My problem with Ehle is that she is prettier than the supposed prettiest sister and she looks mid to late 20s. As actors go, Firth and Macfayden are equal "favorites" and I love both of their performances - impossible to choose. The fact that they played Darcy so differently allows me to love them both equally.
@@schattigerKeks and for me
I love the 2005 version, it's my favorite by far. ❤
Loved both the 1980’s version and 1995 version ❤
It's peculiar how several versions try to "redeem" Lady Catherine. Takes all the sting out of her genuine snobbery and ill breeding, which is very un-Austen-like. I am a little mixed on which version of the proposal is most successful. 1980 and 1995 come the closest to the original. The Keira Knightly version is more conventionally "romantic". I see why some would prefer it, but it's also not Austen. Her style depends so much on the ironic distance she keeps that it's hard to translate to a visual medium.
1940 is going for a specific fairy tale trope of the old crone "testing" the maiden but being basically sympathetic to the maiden's situation, as opposed to the fairy tale/popular fiction trope of the evil meddling crone that Jane Austen was riffing on. I'm not sure whether 1961 is nodding towards 1940 or towards the fact that in the book we're told that eventually Lady Catherine mends fences with the Darcys. Or just padding out its runtime, since 1961 is a miniseries of six episodes of 45 minutes each, adapting a BBC script meant for six episodes of 30 minutes each. I don't love 2005's second proposal because I feel there's a lack of chemistry between Knightley and McFadyen which makes these grand romantic gestures feel awkward. At the same time, I don't feel that the hand-kissing, etc is inherently a bad way to interpret "immediately, though not very fluently she gave him to understand..." I respect 1980's attempt to film the book as exactly as possible here, eliding her answer to his proposal but showing us the aftermath. 1995 kind of chickens out here, giving us neither her response nor the aftermath and instead deciding to stake everything on that wedding montage. But that artistic decision probably launched a million fanfics and immeasurably strengthened the fandom, so I guess I shouldn't complain too loudly.
Having watched the BBC’s 5-hour iconic 1995 version more than 6 times from beginning to end over the years, here are some thoughts. 1995 is by far the best, and one reason for that is, they had 5 full episodes (5 hours) to unpack the story, build the tension, explore the relationships between Bingley and Darcy, show the viewers WHY the societal divide between Darcy’s background vs. the less careful parenting by Mr. and Mrs. Bennet, all worked to create an almost impossible barrier between Elizabeth and Darcy. The character development in ‘95 is unsurpassed.
The ridiculous Mr. Collin’s. The insufferable Lady Catherine (who is royally defeated) are just 2 examples of how ‘95 delivers in the end a more satisfying rendering of the book. Some will disagree, but to each his own. ❤
@@carolanneposey5211 You just cited two out of the three supporting characters I think 1995 does absolutely terribly, so yeah, I'm going to disagree. :)
1995 was a mini-series so it had the time to being true to the source material. For that reason, I find it superior to the previous ones since those try to be somewhat close to the source material and are poorly delivered or altered enough to ruin the scene.
2005 tries to compact as much of the context of the book into a short amount of time that they had to reduce the scene immensely. I think they did a great job of taking pages of dialogue and condensing it into a few lines without losing the context.
@@mortimerbrewster3671 I don't mind the makers of 2005 trying to shorten things, but some of their choices come off as overly modern and slangy ("Don't you dare judge me, Lizzy" or whatever moronic thing Charlotte says to her), and some of the acting choices don't help. When it comes to compressing the story, it's worth noting that the 1967 BBC miniseries is the equivalent in runtime of a 2.5 hour movie (maybe slightly less, subtracting credits) and it manages the dialogue better.
Preferred will always be 1995 for me. It’s so beautifully done and the way it’s so in character for these two it sticks with me! That being said, I can’t deny that the 2005 version is such a guilty pleasure for me. Every time Mr. Darcy says “Your must know I only did it for you. “ I say “Not me not Hermione. Yewwww”
I've seen them all and love them all for their own unique charms and what the bring to the story. 2005 is my favorite.
I love the second proposal in the 1995 and 2005 version the most, they’re both so romantic and make me swoon everytime I see them. I swoon every time Colin says “My dearest, loveliest Elizabeth” I also swoon everytime when Matthew says “You have bewitched me body and soul.” That line wasn’t in the book but it was a brilliant addition by the director of the 2005 film.
1995 will always be the best but I do love the music in the 2005 one
I totally agree!
A question - I find the interactions between the Bennett's in the 2005 version natural, whilst those in the 1995 version seem curiously muted. Mrs. Bennett reminds me of Mr.Bean in that version, which might account for the lack of affection or even recognition shown to her by the rest. I also find Charlotte & Mary barely distinguishable. Elizabeth & her father are well done though, which leads me to wonder why the others are neglected despite the 6 hour running time.
@@imankhandaker6103 good question! the 1995 version is far better with accurate character portrayals according to the book. the bennets interactions are definitely more "muted" than the 2005 but so is the whole thing really, the 2005 is really drawn up to be a lot more dramatic in dialogue and plot devices than the historically accurate regency era lingo and ettiquette. darcy in that time period would never say some of those wonderfully intense lines said in the 2005 version, nor go into lizzy's house at night etc. it's just a more dramatic film with more intimacy because regency manners did not have that kind of intimacy before marriage. which isn't bad at all, but not as accurate to the book nor the time period. also in the 2005 version, charlotte is shown as more desperate, whereas in the 1995 version she draws directly from the book and is seen as although modest, tactile and wise when you pay close attention to her scenes and what she says. i agree though that i think the turn off for many people in the 1995 version is how animated mrs. bennet is, how dull mary is, though remembering that the book is a comedy above all else is important, and those characters were supposed to be extremified in that way, like they were in the book, than the 2005 version was. the 2005 version is a great film but 1995 is the greatest adaptation by a mile
@@4scorelightnings I am sorry but the 1995 version of Mrs. Bennett is unlike any character in Austen, that I can recall. The one in the book is self-absorbed, capricious & unrestrained; but still has some degree of self-awareness. The 1995 incarnation shows no sign of this - the 2005 version shows this beautifully, when she is dumbstruck by the response to her 'No one ever died of the flu,' being 'But she may well die from the shame of having such a mother', accompanied by the laughter of her daughters.She isn't given the time to milk the moment - but you cannot help feel for her as a woman completely out of her depth. There is no single moment like it in all 6 hours of 1995 - she is unflinchingly Mr.Bean throughout. I challenge you to dredge up a single moment of humanity, attributable to her.
The 1995 versions of Charlotte & Mary are WHOLLY indistinguishable in my mind, perhaps they are in the book too? Charlotte in 2005 is more childish than I recall, but Mary is memorable by her intense discomfiture at Mr. Collins utter rejection & Jane disappoints me by being unable to muzzle her open laughter, in the same scene. None of these may be in the book - but characterization is part of the art of film-making. Simply reading lines is not enough. The mere fact I was disappointed at Jane & sympathetic to Mary - shows that I had expectations of them & I have no idea where they came from. Kudos to those actresses, who only had seconds to leave a fleeting impression.
In contrast the 1995 version has multiple scenes with Lizzie & Jane billowing sedately around drawing rooms, & my main impression was that of a couple of small yachts I once saw at the Henley Regatta. To be fair Lizzie did occaisionally allow expressions of irritation to sail across her face - but Jane was so resolutely at peace that I was afraid she was sleepwalking.
@@imankhandaker6103 i dont disagree, i think you're right in that the mrs. bennet in the 1995 was far more grating, and i liked the 2005 version of her far better 🤝maybe my memorys bad but i thought she wasn't very self aware in the book from immediate recall, though if you say she was, maybe i was missing something? she was complete comedic relief in the book if i remember. i really did like the 1995 interpretation even though it was a drawl to people, your yacht comparison is really funny and true, jane is a lot more passive in the earlier version but i do believe she was the same in the book, and the very reason why the certain plot point worked about darcy being able to convince bingley she did not have the same feelings he did--because one of her important traits was not being able to effectively express how much she had feelings for him. i think i like the 1995 because in its subtle aspects, the moments found in gazes (thinking of the moment elizabeth helps miss darcy on the piano and darcy and her stare at one another in knowing comfort, or the end where bingley says he's staying for more time now as he stares at jane) really melt my heart in a way that is accurate to the slow burn the book is capable of doing. the 2005 version does it wonderfully too, but with more drama and intense dialogue that isn't as accurate to book nor its prime influence through its historicity. my favorite part of pride and prejudice is the dialogue, not necessarily seeing dramatized reactions to the dialogue, but that's just me and i definitely respect and appreciate you liking the 2005 more. i applaud the 2005 version for doing such a feat in a way that moved millions of women in a way that the 1995 could never do, through its glimmering shots and the faster pace, but for some reason i do like the character studies a lot better in the 1995, especially from the leads. it is gregariously following the text, which can be tiresome to people, but its the one closest to my heart
Beautiful! I loved watching the different versions, but Matthew Macfadyen is my absolute favorite Darcy of all time! ❤️
Matthew Macfayden was so perfect in Little Dorrit, but not as Mr. Darcy.
Lawrence Olivier was wonderful, but Colin Firth will always be Mr. Darcy to me.
Firth wath betht
I don't think I'll ever get over the fact that they didn't save a recording of Peter Cushing's Darcy on the BBC.
Same. First thing I'm doing after I build a TARDIS in the garden shed is spend six weeks in 1952 London, watching P&P1952 as it airs. In the mean time, keep an eye on the Dutch version - it's using an adaptation of the same script "Props Pete" would have been working from.
@@hcu4359 Dutch, like hawking up lugies, has to be the ugliest language in Europe, unless they make a Polish version with 6 sibilants in a row in every word..
1995 Forever!
1995 year best version in the world for me
2005 darcy, his eyes speaks for him ❤
2005! Watched over and over!
The1980 proposal is perfection. Watch pokered up Darcy smile and even take his hat off! Even his speech pattern is changed.
I think they all have a charm about them. In many ways, 1995 more accurately portrayed the characters as they would have behaved at the time. Colin is absolutely a wonderful Darcy, but Matthew has him beat with the emotional depth. The proposal scene in 2005 was the most beautifully performed IMO. The emotions were conveyed so much more and more closely alligned with how i envisioned it when reading the novel. Jane may not have been sappy, but she was absolutely a romantic.
I love both the 1995 and 2005 versions for very different reasons. Both are amazing! I love both the 1995 and 2005 versions for very different reasons. Both are amazing! 1995 Best adaptation and Colin and Jennifer are lovely together. Enough time allows for the story to br fleshed out so beautifully. 2005 Best Cinematography and Soundtrack along with great starring roles!
You've bewitched me body and soul and I love.. I love.. I love you.... ❤❤❤ The vulnerability and tenderness of his voice always hits me ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I tell you, the Dutch version of Pride & Prejudice is hilarious.
After watching it 4 or 5 times, even without the closed captions, I understood every word.
It is a must see on my P & P Playlist.
I grew up with the 1980 version, which I loved. It felt most in spirit with the book, and was funny . The comically stiff Mr. Darcy finally humanized for Elizabeth. Of course I just loved the 1995 version as well - that one is now legendary, with good reason!
Superb -- thank you so much 💕
2005 is the one I loved the most! Reviewed it several times and as a friend has the 1995 version I compared. But I have chosen the last one of 205.
Laurence Olivier was so cool 😎 that was the first P&P adaption I saw. I watched Mrs. Miniver on TCM and I liked Greer Garson so much I went to the public library looking for other movies starring her.
Wow. The 2005 is my favourite. I don't care that much about the accuracy of adaptation. I have the novel to read when i desire , But when adapting to screen that's what i needed to see . a perfect movie , ,music , acting, cinematography, every thing is just flawless. I don't believe it can be better than that .
Totally agree!
The first and last are both my faves 💟
Great video, thank you so much!
i am obsessed with your account, thank you for all these videos
1995 BBC, the best of the best! it has no comparison!!!!!!!!! and Colin Firth the one and only Darcy
2005. Mattew Macfadyan the best Mr. Darcy forever, Every look, every movement, expression... Perfect. And the chenistry witch Keyra Knightly fantástic.
Was the witch instead of the with a Freudian slip?
@@ScottKleinberg-k8i 😂😅😂
Sin duda alguna Colin Firth es el mejor Mr Darcy, 1995, no hay discusión. En la de 2005, aparte de que se aleja del libro, Elisabeth parece una adolescente de 15 años y Darcy es plano, que no ha sabido captar la esencia del personaje
@@charoa7089de acuerdo 😁
I loved Colin Firth's Mr Darcy (actually anything he does is amazing lol), thought he was THE most amazing Darcy and nobody could do it better . until I saw Matthew Macfadyen as Mr Darcy! OMG, HE IS MR DARCY (in my humble option)... he is Mr Darcy! personified, love that stoic, dark, brooding look but sensitive, takes in everything around him!!!! .Can watch him over and over again ....although I must say "Jennifer Ehle" is my favourite Lizzie - she's just amazing!
2005 is the scene that affected me the most. The heart spoke With words unspoken. She watched his walk across the field and knew her true feelings.❤
1995 ❤❤❤❤
My faves in order : 1980, 1995, 2005. Yes, naturally in order as shown.
I’d never seen the 1940s adaptation but as someone who really likes that era of film, it was really fascinating to see just how much it’s influenced by that era. In hindsight I shouldn’t be surprised, but I still was by the 40’s inflection and costuming
1995 ! Hands down!
A versão de 1995 !retratou fielmente o livro...o casal !aqui foi incrível..alem de um figurino mais suave .?❤❤❤meu favorito 1000000x
1995 is for me the Best !
2005 tops it all even though I love Colin Firth. But the heat and emotion of the last one...
I've always been a great fan of the "1995" but "2005"s Darcy has a vulnerability that just gets under my skin.. he's so adorable..
The proposal of 2005 version is definitely the best.
Mr MacFadyen is simply the most perfect Darcy.
Ma version préférée est celle de 1995, Coline est tellement beau en Darcy, il a su jouer ce rôle à la perfection. Bravo à lui pour son interprétation.
thank you.. beautiful
No love for the 1980s version with Elizabeth Garvie and David Rintoul? First version i saw, and the most faithful to the wordy and intense dialogue of the book, with no modern anachronisms ( keira knightley swinging barefoot amongst the chickens!)
I'm sure there were Regency chickens - & occasionally Regency ladies took their shoes off!
The 1980 version seems pretty hard to find.
I do love hearing so much of the actual text!
@@imankhandaker6103I think I saw it on Amazon prime video
@@ngonz89 Thanks - I'll look out for it
My first ever version watched was 1940, before I had even read the book. I’m glad I continued on in both film and novel. While I can appreciate the 2005 version, 1995 will always be my absolute favorite
Best Mr. Darcy of all the times is Collin firth.
Nope
He was too old and too mean spirited. The ideal Darcy in 1995 would have been Rufus Sewell.
U are entitled to ur opinion bt the Collin firth is the best Darcy ever.
Only 1995 adaptation will remain, believe me
Bravo!! Thanks for sharing!
Forever a 1995 fan. 2005 Liz is too flirtatious for me and the dad looks like a homeless man not a landed gentleman 😂pigs are running wild in the 2005
Colin Firth shows hardly any emotion, he speaks the words from the book, but I can’t see a change of character compared to the beginning if the story. Matthew MacFadyan’s lines might be a very loose interpretation from the book but he nailed the change of character that Firth lacks. His face turns softer as the story progresses.. And his eyes, omg the eyes 🥺
Colin Firth will always be Mr. Darcy to me.❤
1995 and 2005! ❤❤ But my favourite is 1995
Только версия 1995 года. Самая лучшая экранизация.
My first was 1967.The story and Eliza Bennett captured my heart. Then I loved Colin Firth as Darcy in that excellent BBC version. Now seeing these clips of the 1980s one I'm struck by the amount of dialogue taken directly from the book. That original dialogue is what "makes" the story. Its whats lacking in 2005, though a very romantic version, so I see its modern" appeal.
everybody likes what was relevant to their generation, what felt like real love at that time, our generation likes the obsessive infatuation all consuming kind of love, previous generations liked simpler quieter calmer kind of love that gave peace to soul and mind. All kinds of love are beautiful in their own way, can't deny the beauty of any story told.
Love the 1995 & 2005 versions❤❤
Greer Garson and Lawrence Olivier. The original pair. No contest. That man was brilliant, a true gem.
2005 is a Masterpiece. To me, it is the best version of the story as a whole. It elevates the plot and makes for a much more dramatic and romantic experience.
I cant even count how many times ive seen the 2005 version. It gives me chills every single time. The 1995 version has the book perfect dialogue but the 2005 version captures the spirit and romance perfectly. My forever fave 💖
You forgot to mention the 2004 adaptation "Bride and Prejudice".