I love the Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, so in general I enjoy it's film retellings and this was no exception. It wasn't my favorite retelling, but I appreciated the modern story telling within the story. It was very family friendly with the "American" actress who was cast as Elizabeth Bennet being a very popular vlogger, who really sells hard work and a positive attitude as she shares her process and struggles to do her first film as an actress.
This had a little w budget feel and I think of as comparable to a Hallmark romantic film. When taken in that context, this is a recommendation to romantics out there, especially fans of Austen's original material.
Pride and Prejudice, Cut
2019
Action / Romance
Pride and Prejudice, Cut
2019
Action / Romance
Plot summary
Kate, an American internet star, lands her dream role as Elizabeth Bennet in a production of Pride and Prejudice. But she struggles with her accent and her theatrically trained co-star, Liam, who feels she is not worthy to play the iconic role.
Uploaded by: FREEMAN
May 20, 2020 at 02:52 AM
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The plot of Pride and Prejudice unfolds within the making of a Pride and Prejudice film.
An "E" for effort...
The premise of this film is clever: as a new version of Pride and Prejudice is filmed we see that the actors playing the roles are engaged in their own version of Austin's book. Unfortunately, the limited budget handicaps this production. The actors are good but the weak script pulls them down a bit. I liked the strong positive nature of the female lead. She's strong but kind and you can almost believe she'd have 8 million followers on her vlog. The actor playing Liam who plays Darcy definitely looks the part. But it's all just a bit too tepid. Stronger writing would have compensated for the lack of budget.
I thoroughly enjoyed it
I enjoyed this movie, as I believe many Pride and Prejudice fans will. Yes, they are unaware that they are living out the book while starring in a movie based on the book, but I found the modern take on the characters delightful. Spoilers following: Elizabeth documenting her feelings online while wrestling with moral issues is another way we get to take a look into her character. She is kind, humble, but also draws a line when her beliefs are tested. Darcy too sacrifices. He gives up a pivotal role for someone else. This in another way we are able to see the true kindness of his character. All in all, an excellent family movie with older children.