Pride and Prejudice 11/30/05

"The Virginia's are adding new French tile to the bathroom. A bit unpatriotic don't you think?" A quote from one of the best movies I've seen this year. Perhaps the best romance I've ever seen. I must admit, I had a prejudice against this movie. Being a guy, I've found it a badge of honor to not like Jane Austen. I once saw "Sense and Sensibility." Thought it was silly. This movie wasn't. If I were to nominate Oscars, two locks would be for Keira Knightley's performance. Another would be for the superb directing by Joe Wright. Amazing are the long shot's at the ball, the camera skillfully captures moments from each and every one of the ensemble cast. Facial expressions are shown in great detail and meaning. Such is important, when manners forbid anyone to say anything impulsive. The language is awesome, in that it inspires awe. I would bet everyone in the movie has studied Shakespeare. They speak fluently and intelligently, something not often seen in today's movies. Again I must say that I thouroughly enjoyed the movie, and no longer have such a absurd prejudice against Jane Austen. Chick flicks or not, I wouldn't mind seeing another adaptation of her work. (Especially done by Joe Wright, starring Keira)