Pride and Prejudice (1940)
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Reviews Counted:8
Fresh:8
Rotten:0
Average Rating:7.5/10
Runtime: 1 hr 58 mins
Genre: Dramas
Synopsis: From the classic novel by Jane Austen about the morals and mores of the class system in early Georgian England. The intelligent and spirited Elizabeth Bennet is one of 5 daughters -- which,... [More]
Starring: Greer Garson, Laurence Olivier, Edna May Oliver, Edmund Gwenn
Director: Robert Z. Leonard
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Reviews for Pride and Prejudice
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 7/10 |
It may not be entirely what Jane Austen intended, but it's close enough and remains a pleasure. Full Review |
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Director Joe Wright makes the camera energetic, but never distracting, intimate, but never intrusive. Full Review |
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Olivier wished to play against Vivien Leigh, but she was considered too beautiful and Garson got the part
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4.5/5 |
Although the satire is slightly reduced and coarsened and the period advanced in order to use more flamboyant costumes, the spirit is entirely in keeping with Austen's sharp, witty portrait of rural 19th century social mores. Full Review |
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4.5/5 |
For pure charm and romantic diversion, for bubbling and wholesome life, we most heartily recommend this exquisite comedy about the elegant young gentleman who was proud and the beautiful young lady who was prejudiced. Full Review |
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3.4/5 |
gentle satire of Austen's novel sits quietly, just beneath the surface, only to rise up and take the occasional bite out of offending characters Full Review |
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Typically overstuffed MGM prestige product (1940), but one that came out surprisingly well, with a minimum of Eng. Lit. posturing and some elegance of design. Full Review |
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