Although this version of Pride and Prejudice filled in a lot of the missing pieces that explain Lizzie's mindset, it stifles the flow and movement of this romantic novel. Elizabeth Garvie is a lackluster Lizzie. She lacks the extraordinary sparkle and lively spirit and that must attract her to the other women in the room. I felt that the Bennet sisters all seemed too old to portray the young Bennet sisters. While they all looked like they could be sisters, I couldn't easily distinguish which actress was Lydia or Jane. Sabina Frankyln as Jane was too toothy to be much a beauty, although she did a good job portraying a good person.David Rintol as Darcy seemed an accurate version until the movie progresses and Rintol does not warm up to anyone. There is no chemistry between Lizzie and Darcy. It is hard to imagine them falling in love with each other. There was no punch to the storyline and the scenes seemed to run together with no sense of excitement and drama. I felt no curiosity of how they would final get together. The proposal scene lacked emotional tension and seemed that it was only comfortable for them to marry. No spark, no passion, no warmth in these characters. For those who like accuracy over a substantive narrative, this film probably would be quite satisfactory.
Review of Pride and Prejudice
