Hot Movie (But No Kissing or Sex Scenes??)
I am usually with the times when it comes to movies. But in this one case, I’m way behind. Just in case there are other people out there who are as behind the times as me, I’m going to rave about this movie from 2005. The movie is Pride and Prejudice.
I saw it on TV two nights ago. I almost never watch TV (except UFO documentaries, which I love so much I’m not even allowed to discuss it, otherwise you will think I’m a crackhead). BUT now, watching TV is kind of fun because it’s an easy activity to do while feeding the baby. So, the other night, I was flipping through the channels–that’s pretty much how I watch TV (till I find a UFO documentary, then the flipping abruptly ceases and microwave popcorn gets prepared). Sorry. Back on track.
And there I see a beautiful little scene from an unfamiliar movie. Kiera Knightly is at a lively party with classical sounding violin music, dressed up in late 18th century clothing, hair all done up in curls. She’s giggling in a circle with a bunch of girls.
Then one of the girls says something like, “Elizabeth, one day you too will understand. Just the right man will catch your eye, and you will not be able to turn away.”
Next, a guy walked into the party. He clearly caught her eye. I was HOOKED. The movie didn’t end until 3:30am, and I still could not pry myself away any sooner. I had to catch every last moment. (Quick question: Why isn’t Matthew Macfadyen so, so, so, so much more famous than he is? He’s SUCH a convincing actor. I would watch anything with this guy in it.)
I might even need to watch this movie again. I didn’t even check the names of the screenwriter or director, but the way the story was presented was incredibly engaging. It portrays the chemistry between the leading characters more vividly that any movie I remember seeing.
The scenery, clothing, movement, music, and acting in this movie are superb–really takes you away. If you haven’t seen it, I highly recommend it. Now I’m in the mood to watch more good movies. New or old–please recommend some to me. Books too!!!
August 18th, 2008 at 8:58 pm
I find myself getting distracted my Kiera’s mouth in whatever movie she is in. It’s soooo annoying! That open mouth pucker thing she has going on.
But other than that, great movie!
August 19th, 2008 at 1:01 am
Does she do this intentionally, or is her mouth simply formed this way? I HATE the intentional open mouth pucker. There is another actress who does it constantly. It drives me crazy…I can’t remember who she is right now though…
August 19th, 2008 at 3:01 am
Hi! You’re absolutely right- Matthew Macfadyen SHOULD be way more famous than he is!! There are several sites dedicated to him and his movies but http://www.darcylicious.com is the biggest and most comprehensive. Also Topix.net has a topic for him which is VERY active!!! As for the P&P 2005 movie- if you would like to see something similar- Atonement (last summer) was excellent. It also has Keira in it and is directed by Joe Wright who also directed P&P!! Happy watching!!!
August 20th, 2008 at 1:22 pm
Bianka,
I remembered who does this–Milla Jovovich, the girl who starred in “The Fifth Element” with Bruce Willis. She’s so cute, but she ruins it by puffing her mouth out all the time. Angelina also does it occasionally, that’s super irritating for obvious reasons.
August 22nd, 2008 at 8:19 pm
Hi–just wanted to say that I agree w/you about Matthew Macfadyen. Why isn’t he a more well-known actor? He’s incredible
I’m so glad you’ve become a ‘P&P’ fan. I love this movie…so much so that I had to buy the dvd and I’ve watched several times on the Oxygen channel. I bought the book too and was told it was so much better than the movie but I haven’t read it yet. Enjoy your weekend!