Persuasion
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VHS Movie Reviews of Persuasion
Movie Review: Best Jane Austen movie to date!
Summary: 5 Stars
For those who are tired of the liberties taken in the production of Jane Austen movies, this version of Persuasion is, in my opinion, a movie that adheres most closely to the original text of the book. Even the characters match the descriptions used by Austen! Gone is the tendency of film directors to infuse a timeless piece of literature with modern notions of love and passion. Austen's sense of humor is preserved and delightfully portrayed.
Watch as Anne Eliot blooms when placed in social situations where her true nature is revealed. See Captain Wentworth transform from an unpardoning jilted lover to a man captivated by the love he still feels in his heart. Gain an understanding of a culture that is challenged in a switch from social hierarchy to social equality. This is Jane Austen at her best, and this movie is faithful to her literary genius!
Movie Review: swoon worthy
Summary: 5 Stars
this was i think my introduction to jane austen films. i had always thought them frilly, overly mannered, and just way too girly.. my sister was aghast and lent me her five hour bbc pride and prejudice and persuasion. mansfield park came third in line.
while the pride and prejudice was lovely and beautiful, i completely swooned over persuasion.
true that the actors aren't overly attractive. but as the film goes on, hinds becomes handsome and desirable because we see him through Anne's eyes. Anne, who is plain and not overly attractive, goes through the same metamorphosis.
the acting is subtle, measured, deliberate. we ache, yearn,and love with these characters. it speaks to the love of that we have lost, that we have given up on, resigned to being alone... it is a modern fairy tale, a love story for grown ups.
the film is beautiful in scenery, music, everything. i never tire of watching it. it remains my favorite jane austen i have seen yet,though the new pride and prejudice with keira knightly, the non masterpiece theatre mansfield park are very very closely behind this film.
i did see some of the new persuasion done on masterpiece theatre and was automatically put off by the blonde surfer dude captain wentworth. it didn't have the same beauty and majesty as this version.
this is beautiful.....
Movie Review: Great Actors Make The Story Believable
Summary: 5 Stars
Ciarin Hinds has to among the top of the list (if there is one) of the greatest actors in the World. The entire cast in this movie consists of great actors. This film is so believable to the point that I forget that I am acutally viewing a movie when I watch it. The expressions, responses, gestures portrayed by these characters are so realistic. Nothing in this film is over dramatized like that in typical American movies. I guess I would have to give much credit to the producers, editors and others involved in the making of this film.
I have to admit that when I first watched this film, I was completely bored. I guess I was so condition to expect extraordinary amounts of action packed drama. My problem still remains with most romantic films. At the point that the characters are able to connect and share each others love, that is when the story ends. Very, Very disappointing. I would have given this film 4 stars for the very reason that the romantic part is far outweighed by the facets of suspense and contention leading up to the much-too-brief romantic end, but with this story, something else would have been left out. My recommendation to this problem is for the filmakers to produce sequels to these films such as Pursuasion 2 or a more romantic title - where people can see the happily-ever-after portion of the story. It would be great for the film makers, actors. etc and the movie viewers alike. More money for the film makers, actors etc. and more quality entertainment for the movie viewers.
Movie Review: It was ok
Summary: 3 Stars
When I received the movie I couldn't hardly wait to watch it.
I really enjoy watching movies that came from Jane Austen's books that she wrote.
I have to say though this one wasn't as good as her other ones such as Pride and Prejudice, or Emma, and Sense and Sensibility. Now those are good!
Movie Review: The BEST Adaptation
Summary: 4 Stars
This version is by far the best adaptation of the novel. Although the actors seem a bit older than their characters, they do a fantastic job. The film is put together beautifully and flows into a great romance.
I rated this version very highly compared to the 2007 BBC version. I would recommend this movie to any Jane Austen fan.