Last night I kept my promise to Leah and we started watching the original Pride and Prejudice. We only got through the first two parts. Normally we would have seen one full movie in that amount of time, but in this case we're only a third of the way there. So with the fate of five sisters hanging in the balance, here goes.
What I'm Hoping is About to Happen: Mr. Darcy is actually a 007 working for British secret intelligence. He is on a top secret mission, trying to get close to Elizabeth Bennet so that he can investigate her sister Jane Bennet, who is a double agent with the KGB. The 27th ball of the movie turns ugly when Mr. Collins gets dehydrated and faints because of sweating too much. It is just the distraction Darcy needs to take Jane into custody right before she blows up her two youngest sisters, their officer friends, and their most-annoying mother.
But I'm trying not to get my hopes up, because...
This is What Is Probably More Likely to Happen: The sisters continue to learn about life and love. Some of them get married. Some of them don't. Mr. Darcy turns out to be nicer than Elizabeth thinks. Mr. Collins ends up marrying one of his cousins. They attend some more balls. The end.
Yay, Brad! So glad you are not proud and prejudiced against great chic lit!! You're close in your classic predictions, but prepare to be surprised!!
Posted by: Patty Edwards | July 29, 2008 at 10:11 PM
I love this movie. I read most of her books in high school. She was my pick for an author for my Senior project. Happy watching....but the books are awesome!
Posted by: Rita | August 01, 2008 at 11:26 PM
hahaha... you should totally find a film writter and director to pitch your first alternative ending to... I think it could work!! :) Believe me, there would be plenty of sequels due to the fact that Austen wrote a couple more books!! ;)
Posted by: Sarah S. | August 02, 2008 at 09:32 PM
If that scenario happens. Call me. I'll come watch with you guys!
Posted by: Steve Bradshaw | August 06, 2008 at 09:12 PM
I am not to familiar with the plot to give any advice for the future, and I hope to never become familiar with the plot.....
Posted by: Tony Sebastian | August 07, 2008 at 09:20 PM
Hey, I like that movie just the way it is. Why can't you just enjoy it and not add any stereotypical macho action and killings, etc? What's wrong with a little romance and passionate feelings now and then?
On the other hand, your version does sound like a pretty good remake the whole family would enjoy! :)
Posted by: jr | August 09, 2008 at 12:40 PM