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Pride And Prejudice [Blu-ray] [1995] | ![Pride And Prejudice [Blu-ray] [1995]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/514Pe-88p0L._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Artist: Pride And Prejudice
Director: Simon Langton
Studio: 2 Entertain Video
Category: DVD
List Price: £34.99
Buy New: £24.98
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Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 2296
Format: Pal
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: Universal, suitable for all
Media: Blu-ray
Number Of Items: 2
Running Time: 300
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 6.6 x 5.3 x 0.6
EAN: 5051561000195
ASIN: B001E454NY
Theatrical Release Date: 1995
Release Date: October 20, 2008
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Vastly Improved Picture Quality October 25, 2008
27 out of 27 found this review helpful
Well they've done it, my favourite costume drama is now available on Blu-Ray. There is a short feature on the disc which describes the new process of remastering the original 16mm film for Blu-ray (apparently the process for dealing with the edit points, has only very recently been devised). So what can I say? It has definitely all been worth it. Yes there is still some noise especially on the darker scenes, but overall the transformation is amazing, much more detail, edges much sharper, colours much much brighter and more natural and the overall image is less bleached out in parts than the DVD. Also Audio is now in DTS-HD. I say buy it you won't be diappointed...
Hooray - the colour has returned November 4, 2008
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
After two dreadful DVD releases (the first and the 10th anniversary edition) in which all of the warmth had been drained from the glorious original 16mm print as seen on TV and on VHS, the BBC and 2 Entertain have finally repented and this, one of television's most beloved series has been restored to its former beauty. In 2005 I foolishly bought the 10th Anniversary Edition as the cover art-work suggested that the problems with the original transfer had been corrected. Upon viewing it, I wrote to the head of BBC in Australia with the challenge that if she could find any of the colours on the packaging actually on the DVD, I would happily walk naked down a Melbourne street at peak hour. Luckily for the locals, none could be found, and the offending item was returned. Now I am delighted to say that the original warmth has been lovingly restored in the Blu-Ray edition. Yes, as previous reviewers have stated, it was not shot in HD, nor even in 35mm - just humble 16mm, and at times some of the long-shots are not entirely distinct - yet it is a small quibble, and this is well worth the purchase to be able to once again see this iconic series in the rich tapestry of colours in which it was originally made. Thank you BBC/2 Entertain for restoring a true gem.
What pride-what colour November 15, 2008
4 out of 7 found this review helpful
I have to admit that although owning the 'Special' edition of this dvd, I've never sat through all episodes - until now. It was all quite dreary before, with decidedly muted colours and poor video quality. It really is quite a transformation, with clarity and colour that has long been missing. A worthwhile buy. ( I now understand why Mrs. Bennett had such contempt for Darcy!)
A man in possession of a good fortune August 18, 2008
5 out of 18 found this review helpful
Of all the Jane Austen movies, the 1996 miniseries "Pride and Prejudice" stands head and shoulders above the rest.
In fact, it's a pretty brilliant miniseries all on its own, remaining faithful to the original comedy of manners but never letting fidelity slow it to tedium. And Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth's inspired performances as the fiery Lizzie and the initially snotty Mr. Darcy are what define this movie and send it way over the top. It's sort of a thinking-girl's romance movie.
The Bennett family is in an uproar when wealthy Mr. Bingley (Crispin Bonham-Carter) moves into the neighborhood, and Mrs. Bennett is especially happy when he takes a liking to eldest Jane (Susannah Harker). But her forthright, independent sister Lizzie (Jennifer Ehle) immediately butts heads with wealthy, aloof Mr. Darcy (Colin Firth), who scorns the rural village.
A flurry of proposals, road trips and friendships arrive, with Lizzie fending off her slimy cousin Mr. Collins, and befriending the flirty, hunky Wickham (Adrian Lukis), who claims to have been wronged by Darcy. Lizzie believes Wickham's account -- and she's in for a shock when Darcy unexpectedly proposes, and reveals what Wickham won't tell her.
And finally things take a scandalous turn when Lizzie's idiotic younger sister Lydia (Julia Sawalha) elopes with Wickham, and vanishes without a trace. This was before the Web, obviously, so finding missing people was problematic. The family is plunged into disgrace, which also wrecks any chances of marriage for the other daughters. The only one who can set things right is Darcy, who will do whatever he must to make amends to Lizzie.
It's obvious from the very first scenes -- when Lizzie jokingly comments that "a man of good fortune MUST be in want of a wife" -- that this is an adaptation that was done with love and respect for Austen's original novel. The subplots, characters and atmosphere of "Pride and Prejudice" are all here, and are handled like a series of well-polished antiques.
The plot unfolds slowly, one piece at a time, but with several subplots that tie together as the story progresses. For a miniseries, it's actually rather spare and lacking in filler. And the dialogue -- based on Austen's -- is wonderfully well-written and not just a little satirical ("Beauty is not the only virtue, Lizzie. She has just inherited a fortune of ten thousand pounds, I understand." "Now THAT is a definite virtue!").
And the time period is recreated with loving detail, from the muddy roads to the sweeping mansions with elaborate grounds. Even the hairstyles are recreated, even when unflattering to some of the actresses such as Ehle. And the entire plot is steeped in the mores of 19th-century England, with the attitudes toward marriage, love, and propriety that bound everyone (especially women), and the all-encompassing Society that dictated everything.
The casting of the leads is absolutely perfect for this movie: Ehle and Firth are nothing short of brilliant. Both are witty, smart, literate, clever and a bit snotty in their own ways. Firth's Darcy is a selfish man who gradually becomes warm and kind, and Firth's features and body language soften as this happens. Ehle's Lizzie is strong, independent, beautiful, and Darcy's equal in every way. And neither will marry for anything but true love.
They're also backed by an excellent supporting cast, complete with slimy clergy, screeching moms, sly seducers, sardonic fathers, innocent (and sometimes slutty) sisters and aristocratic old harpies adding colour to it all. Sawalha is especially good as the 19th-century teenybopper type, and Alison Steadman gives a grating but suitable performance as the whiny, marriage-obsessed Mrs. Bennett, who constantly laments about her nerves.
"Pride and Prejudice" is the cream of the Austen crop, and an understatedly romantic movie as well. Well-written and full of love and care, but the leads are what make it truly amazing.
Great Acting/ Story, BUT in High Definition????? October 18, 2008
2 out of 30 found this review helpful
So whats the image quality like? I always wonder why they make an old , non HD and non-special effect film or series into 1080p picture.It was clearly not filmed in HD and did not have true DTS sound. I will get this for my other half, As I have agonizingly sat through it entirely twice. But in High Definition 1080p/24 picture???
I doubt the picture and sound can be improved much more than the DVD version, I would be surprised if that is technically possible.
I always wonder how a person can review this without watching this.
My view so far is solely speculative.
On the positives.
It has great story line, and masterful English. Well written, very well directed and superbly acted. A rare gem for acting talent.
Designed for girls who wished you lived in the romantic era of the 19th Century.
All the pomp and "jolly good show" dialogue here. Makes you proud to be British I suppose. Book is Better I am told. A feat I could never do, as watching it drains 20 hours of life span, reading is out of the question for me.
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