What's it about?
The film follows the story of five Bennet sisters - all coming from a poor family and in need of a wealthy husband to guarantee their future. Elizabeth, the smartest of the sisters, catches the eye of wealthy but proud mr Darcy.
Why watch it?
If you're a 'Knightley-in-a-gown' fan; for beautiful cinematography; incredible and memorable soundtrack; light-hearted romance that leaves a fuzzy feeling when the titles roll.
Stars
Judi Dench, Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfadyen, Rosamund Pike, Carey Mulligan, Donald Sutherland, Brenda Blethyn
Ratings
7,8 on IMDb
86% on Rotten Tomatoes
Critics Reception
Only a snob, a curmudgeon, or someone with necrophiliac loyalty to the 1995 BBC version with Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle could fail to enjoy Knidghtley's performance.
The Guardian
Despite the obvious competition with the beloved 1995 version with Colin Firth as mr Darcy, Joe Wright's adaptation of the novel really impressed both the critics and the audiences. The only main criticism seems to be that Macfadyen's performance didn't match up Knightley's energetic Elizabeth.
Historical Background
The film is based on Jane Austen's famous novel Pride & Prejudice and is set in 19th century.
Reviews
Pride & Prejudice, The Guardian
Pride & Prejudice, Roger Ebert
Marrying Off Those Bennet Sisters Again, but This Time Elizabeth Is a Looker, The New York Times
Pride & Prejudice, Variety
Pride & Prejudice (2005) Movie – A Review, AUSTENPROSE
Pride & Prejudice, Rolling Stone
Pride & Prejudice, BBC
The Lady Vanquishes, New York Magazine