Entertaining and Absorbing | First time watching Pride & Prejudice movie reaction

[@Celesti]

The hand thing. Back then, unmarried people weren’t allowed to touch one another except when dancing so for Mr. Darcy to help Lizzy up in the carriage was a huge thing.

[@Skychaser33]

It was also an improvisation by the actor- just his natural reaction at having held hands with her, which made it more powerful in the film.

[@hkonyt797]

And they were both un-gloved/bare handed, weren't they? A big no-no.

[@ladykaycey]

Darcy flexing his hand after help Elizabeth onto the coach showed the affect touching her had on him. Instant chemistry. This is widely known as the first and best romance novel and very funny too.

[@rosemarylackey4174]

Look again, and you'll see that all the other girls were wearing gloves. Darcy didn't expect to touch Elizabeth's bare hand!

[@uggggggghhhhh]

Whyd he seem grossed out by it... like hes shaking off her germs lmao

[@homeiswhereukeepurdealdoe]

her dad crying when he realizes how happy and in love she is always gets me.

[@galmanferguson]

Isn't it hinted in the book that Lizzy is her father's favourite? They're much more similar in characters, bookworms and as smart.

[@namelessbrat7197]

In my head canon, he's crying because he realized that he just lost the only other brain in the family. :D

[@lorashukuryan4121]

@@namelessbrat7197😂

[@birch5757]

As a father, that scene killed me. Such a great depiction of a loving father being happy for his daughter.

[@AllThePeppermint]

​@galmanferguson Yes, in the books the father doesn't openly call Elozabeth his favorite, but it's difficult to miss that she and her father are so alike that he does dote on her especially. l.

[@Cat-vr5ss]

I love how well you basically showed the difference between the male and female gaze 😂 You guys see that shot of Mr Darcy's hand and get confused like "does he not like her? That was weird" Meanwhile every girl saw that and practically salivated because you could tell he was holding back how much he wanted her and how much she was affecting him even from a simple touch of hands. 😂

[@dianne6155]

as a female, and a practical thinking one (though simultaneously a hopeless romantic), i fell in line with some others who initially thought he was disgusted by having touched her. bc 1) even at age 60, i did not know the story and only watched it recently (and then 20x more and counting); 2) i did not know about the touching etiquette, therefore i thought he really didn’t like her but was being a gentleman and helping her. i know better now and am drunk on the romance and his deep feelings hidden by confusion, status and social awkwardness and … i could go on :)

[@maddiemacify]

exactly!! I was hoping someone else noticed this lol

[@Calucifer13]

No, I was like: FTF is it with his hand. :-D

[@WILTALK]

Generally ladies wore gloves so hand touching skin to skin was not common. The circumstances in this movie would not have been common.

[@alexiatr]

IkR, I would be like "I touched his hand 🥰😍😍😍". But he repressed all what he was feeling and the only he could do was that v😊

[@favanniva]

Mr. Darcy took the rejection of Lizzy as a champ. He realized his mistakes, improved himself and then went back for a second chance. You cannot hate him, I was never a fan of romantic stories but this one is a totally different level of romance. I hoped, you'll react to this

[@TheBalisongBear]

He's honestly a baller

[@ginaverso]

He's a man fully written by a woman, you could say 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@TheBalisongBear]

@ginaverso probably why the film only considers the social side of his life instead of exploring him as a man, which was a smart decision by the writer. His growth as a character is superb, though we know that there is a lot we don't know about him, even once the movie ends

[@cloudcampos4555]

Let's not forget she also had to improve her personality as well! She was very flawed as well not just him!

[@rebelbelle1388]

See, honestly, I disagree. He didn't change at all. The first time he proposed and she rejected him, she told him exactly what he needed to do to get in her good graces. He simply listened and did those things to get what he wanted- her.

[@karinl1722]

Mr Darcy’s hand flex Women: swoon! So romantic 🥰 Dudes: is he disgusted? Is his hand hurting?🧐

[@griesi31]

😄😄 yes...so ridiculous, As if the sexual tension between Elisabeth and Darcy wasn't obvious. How can you even remotely think that he's disgusted...crazy 😁😁 for the boys: NO! HE IS AROUSED! In a good way! 😏

[@di3486]

Hahaha boys be boys😂

[@michyn4959]

😂😂😂

[@harryr5785]

😭

[@AmberAHue82]

This comment wins! 😂 He's fighting the urge to touch her.

[@megancunningham2460]

It's funny because in the book they have SO many more interactions -- she basically lives in the same house as him for a month when Jane is sick, and then they go on constant walks while at Lady Catherine's, and then when she visits Pemberly they go on a bunch of walks together. I'm sure someone already explained this elsewhere in the comments but yeah

[@davidbaye3758]

THANK YOU! I knew there had to be more in the book! -Oak

[@austengalasmr7026]

@@davidbaye3758 the BBC/PBS Miniseries from 1995 with Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle delves into the story and building the relationships much further because it’s 6 fifty minute episodes. It’s definitely worth watching sometime if you’d ever like to explore the story further. And so many modern romances and authors reference Jane Austen and this relationship. All that being said, loved your reactions and how genuinely you all watched and looked to enjoy it despite it not being in your wheelhouse at all. For this version, the cinematography and the music are one of the most breathtaking components and build the romantic nature of it.

[@olavihekandjo2928]

I don't remember the walks with Lady Catherine....

[@megancunningham2460]

@@olavihekandjo2928 not with Lady Catherine - but with Darcy when she continually runs into him and then also with Fitzgerald. You’re right in that it’s only explicitly said a couple of times but then mentioned later that they saw eachother frequently during her stay

[@austengalasmr7026]

@@olavihekandjo2928 when Lizzie stayed at Huntsford with Charlotte she and Darcy regularly interacted at Lady Catherine’s and he kept running into her when she was walking in the woods and around the property. That’s how he was able to deliver the letter to her after the botched proposal.

[@ida6192]

Darcy getting Wickham to marry Lydia is a good thing because had they not married, it would have gotten around that she'd run off with a man for days and then come back unwed. Her reputation would have been completely ruined (leaving her basically no chance of getting married) and also the entire family's reputation would have also suffered along with hers (leaving her sisters with lessened chances of getting married). Darcy spending a lot of his own money to strongarm Wickham into marrying Lydia was a HUGE favor on Darcy's part, which is why Lizzie is so touched by it.

[@tonyabrookes9931]

Yes, people tend to miss the implications of not wedding off their daughters - especially when there are 5 of them !They could not afford to support them all and women could not live alone or work. The family would have fallen into poverty. Marriage was the only way women could ensure the tiniest bit of security in life back then

[@Kookiepookie2025]

​@tonyabrookes9931 yes it was the most honorable career for a woman to marry and run the house back then

[@kyrstenwilson3111]

27:29 She's laughing at the irony of having passed this up, but (in the book especially) it's also what the property reveals about Darcy's character. He likes art, he's into sustainable agriculture, the servants and the villagers like him...Elizabeth begins to think maybe she has been harping on HIS bad qualities and maybe not on her own tendency to be judgy and hold grudges (like he describes himself...)

[@emilylewis5373]

A man’s property was seen as a sign of his character in the regency era. A well kept house, meant a man with morals

[@meisterpappnase3070]

Never knew how much I needed buff, grown men to watch Pride and Prejudice! Legendary stuff

[@ayaehab]

and laughing their hearts out too!

[@coffeepie]

I saw this in the cinema and to my absolute astonishment, about half of the (admittedly rather small) audience were men, as in groupls of men, not just guys accompanying their dates. My astonishment was even greater when afterwards, while leaving the cinema, some of them debated how closely the movie followed the book

[@Gaia369]

@@coffeepie 💜💚💙❣️

[@lorashukuryan4121]

@@coffeepieWow😳

[@HuntingViolets]

@@coffeepie Austen used to be quite popular with men before society decided to shame men liking certain things.

[@stormy2184]

Why is this book/movie so loved? It's an enemies to lovers story without the toxicity. They don't instantly fall in love and they recognize their mistakes. They change and become better because of each other. Ugh I love it! Jane Austen gave all the male characters the chance to explain themselves (mostly in form of a letter). Oh and one more thing: The mother is not annoying, she is just stressed because she has 5 freaking daughters who can't own, do, work or heir property. Mr. Bennett gets a more sympathetic treatment even though he is mostly responsible for the hardships his daughters go through. He knows his lands and house cannot be passed on to his daughters and yet he fails to save up good dowries for them (and he has 5 daughters). He also hates social events. As the father of the girls it is his responsibility to introduce them to other men who could be potential husbands.

[@ac1646]

Re: Mr Bennet. Yes I agree, that is correct, but I've come to think that his flaws are what makes him human and a rounded character too.😊He lives in the moment (or maybe more of a time capsule). I think we wants (his eldest daughters in particular) to be there forever. Not in a deliberately restrictive way, but in that wonderment that time moves slowly day-by-day and we don't always acknowledge the passing of it. Certainly his study/library suggests this mindset (oh what a wonderful place to have 😁). Agree with your comments on Mrs B. Maybe her middle class upbringing has made her more in touch as she straddles the two classes and has her feet more grounded in reality of life?

[@ac1646]

PS. Love your first sentence. Yes, in a nutshell, this is what sets it apart from cheap trashy novels and films based around 'you love me really and I'm going to make you see it'. 😃

[@stormy2184]

@@ac1646 Totally agree...the thing is I've seen so many reactors saying how annoying Mrs. Bennet is (and yes to some degree she is quite pushy) but imagine the stress of having 5 daughters and having them to get married to have some kind of life..

[@ac1646]

@@stormy2184 The TV and film adaptations play that part of her dialogue up to a point of parody don't they?

[@stormy2184]

@@ac1646 They totally do. I understand Jane Austen stressing that point out in her books for the sake of satire or to support her social commentaries but in TV is ridiculous.

[@florgi121]

I've seen a bunch of Pride and Prejudice reactions but I've never laughed so much along the reactors. You were absolutely right in finding comedy on it, that was one of Jane Austen's purposes with the novela, and it's sometimes lost in other people watching for the first time.

[@austenhead5303]

The dialogue is hilarious, but you have to understand both the fancy sentence structure and the historical context in order to get the jokes, and modern American audiences... well... These guys did pretty damn well. Only confused about a few things.

[@AndrielleHillis]

I think one of the things that makes this reaction so entertaining is that these guys know almost nothing about the period in which the story takes place.

[@6Haunted-Days]

It wasnt a novella. Christ have you ever read THE NOVEL? That’s what it is, not some short story. I’m gonna guess you don’t even know what a novella is. Did you assume it makes you look more intelligent? 😂🙄 Anyways….she only had a couple novellas, this was NOT one of them. Can imagine a novella being HUNDREDS of pages? I can’t.

[@florgi121]

​@@6Haunted-Days Dear, I meant to write novel but as I'm a Spanish speaker the spellchecker went for novela, which btw is the word in Spanish for novel. Maybe chill a little? It's not that deep and you could understand my comment anyway 🤷🏽‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️ And matter of fact, I've read P&P in Spanish and English ✨

[@notyourjack]

The absolutely brutal, silent boil of the burn in this thread... is exactly as life-giving as Pride and Prejudice.

[@TheSpiritualNoob]

“What’s powering the fountain?” Said no woman ever while watching P&P! 🤣🤣🤣

[@martineokeeffe9326]

Oh man. You said it. One of the greatest love stories of all time and Oak is stymied by the unknowns of early 19th century engineering. Never change...

[@carlotta4th]

I kind of thought about it a few rewatches in.

[@harmonicsounds3404]

The focus on Darcy's hand is quite important for this reason-- men and unmarried women were not to touch without the protection of gloves at this time. Skin to skin between the opposite sex was an absolute no no. For Darcy to not have his gloves on and neither did Lizzy, it was symbolic of that deep connection.

[@Velociraptour]

Lizzie: "You should practice talking to people." Darcy: * calls on her to practice * Lizzie: * surprised pikachu *

[@IslesYankeeLady]

Finding her alone would have been a big deal. They’re not really supposed to be alone together.

[@TheRaike24]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@6Haunted-Days]

He wasn’t practicing at talking to people…..he WENT THERE TO DECLARE HIS INTENTIONS, Christ maybe read a book once every decade? You’d know that if you’d read the book or knew a little about social mores and habits at that time. Besides that why you ASSUMED he was there to practice….when at the time in 1815ish men didn’t just SHOW UP to visit a female that wasn’t related him AND SHE WAS ALONE. That’s why knowing even a TINY BIT about social history helps in a huge way. 🙄🤡

[@6Haunted-Days]

@@IslesYankeeLadythank you EXACTLY….it was more than that tho.

[@BaddMedicine]

@6Haunted-Days what to you expect to gain by trying to be a keyboard warrior here? A very poor attempt trying to throw out insults is a very weak move. If you know so much, why don't you actually try to educate in a respectful way? We would actually respect your opinion then.

[@underwriter53]

70 yr old Grandma here. This is by far, the best reaction by men, I’ve seen to this movie! This was based on Jane Austin’s most popular novel. Millions of teenage girls around the world read it, and we all wished for our own personal Mr. Darcy.

[@mottwoman6775]

So true. I’m almost 50 and wish for a Mr. Darcy.😂😂

[@glowormrdr6183]

I actually gasped at, "What was the divorce rate back then?" "When did they date?" etc! Divorce was almost unheard of, and anyone divorced was considered immoral and outside decent society. There was no dating; a female being alone with a man, especially after dark, was compromised. But yes, they did spend a lot more time together than is shown in the movie because "visits" lasted for months, normally. Darcy was visiting with Bingley, then his aunt. Lizzie was staying at Bingley's while her sister was sick, then at Charlotte's near Lady Catherine's mansion. In the book, Lizzie says Darcy must have liked her because she abused him. Others, like Bingley's sister, were very deferential and mostly plied him with compliments. He wouldn't admit to it, but Darcey always took Lizzie's criticisms to heart.

[@wightwitch]

You used to have to petition parliament for a divorce, so divorce rate was really low and really only in the upper classes.

[@juliabrouwer1284]

Elizabeth spent literally more than 6 weeks at Charlotte's house and saw Mr. Darcy multiple times. Sometimes everyday.

[@mkuti-childress3625]

Yes, unfortunately movies can only portray a certain amount of what’s in the books. It’s so worth it to read the book. There are so many details and funny, clever conversations that the movie has to condense. And they do all spend much more time together. If I remember correctly, it all happens over the course of something like a year. Jane is in London for the summer, the visit to Charlotte is six weeks, and her trip with her aunt and uncle is a long one, too-a month or two, I think (can’t remember). And didn’t Jane’s original visit to Netherfield end up lasting several days because she was sick?

[@yazmac9294]

Hope this helps with some of the confusing points: When Darcy helped Elizabeth into the carriage she wasn’t wearing any gloves, the skin on skin touch would have been a very intimate gesture at the time, him flexing his hand is akin to touching his lips after a kiss. Lydia running off with Wickham would have been scandalous as she was an unmarried woman so the act would have brought shame to the entire Bennett family (hence the extreme reactions from everyone) However, when Darcy found out he left quickly so that he could find them and pay Wickham to marry Lydia, thus saving her reputation; rather than running off with a man, they could say she eloped.

[@2424dianne]

I was about to comment about those to correct them lol

[@denanebergall5514]

The Oak, I think the reasons you didn't like the romance are vaslid if you are looking at it with 21st century eyes. During the regency, things were much different. Men and women were not allowed to be alone together so dances and the like were key times to talk to people you liked. They did not "date." Also, it might interest you to know, most people think of Jane Austen as "historical romances" because it is far history for us, but actually they are comtemporary romances because she was writing about the times in which she lived. She does actually poke mild fun at some of the social conventions she found ridicuolus even as she was living with them. Marriage based on love is actually a very modern idea. A wife's main job was to produce heirs. A mother's main job was to marry off her children. The fact that Lizzie turned down Mr. Collins would have been quite the gossip. The fact that Mr. Bennett wanted his daughters to marry for love would have been quite the wild notion. I'm sorry for rambling, I could go on and on because it is one of my favorite subjects and one of my top 5 favorite authors.

[@denanebergall5514]

@elle Mine too! I could talk about Jane Austen trivia ad nauseum!! Lol

[@eirinikomotini]

I’m surprised that you didn’t catch that Lidia’s character was played by the actress that played Joanna Mayson in Hunger Games! She’s an amazing actress that transforms with any role! Normally I always agree with Oak, but I think in this case he’s kind of missing the context… ofc in the book they have a lot more interactions that prove they know each other, but as he said I think his problems were more about the age than the actual story… in the book, their acquaintance and the events of the movie actually last more than a year before they reach the last proposal. They stay at the same house for a month and see each other every day, they meet each other again and have a lot more interactions than the movie could fit etc… the reason that a lot of people love this story is because the characters do know each other and, even though at first they bring light to each other’s flaws, then they understand that the other person is right and try to change themselves, not to win each other, but to become better and actually deserve each other. And Darcy is a dream man for so many women because he respects Elizabeth’s wishes and tries to be a better man for her, not to convince her but for her to be happy, whether she’s gonna be with him or not. There’s no “ask her until she says yes” which is a terrible romantic trope cause it totally disregards women’s wishes. And that’s one of the things that are so progressive for the novel at its time: that a woman (especially one of inferior birth and fortune etc) is entitled of her opinion and that a man (one with great fortune and status etc) respects it and acts accordingly. I would dare say that is even progressive for now, because the “ask her until she says yes” trope is still being used excessively in romcoms and tbh is kind of anti feminist and it translates this way many times… imo it’s one of the things that make romcoms unrealistic, because irl if someone keeps asking after you’ve said no, it’s annoying and dangerous (and a red flag as my friend Oak would say), certainly not romantic. Wow sorry for the rant, apparently this was a trigger for me 😂 I hope it helps you guys understand the appeal that Jane Austin has for a lot of people (mostly women ofc, but for good reason)

[@bluezauza]

Exactly this.

[@UhOhHereWeGo]

Do you think that Mr Bennet wanting the girls to marry for love is something of a lesson he learned himself? Like either he really does love Mrs Bennet and married her despite her obvious impropriety or he doesn’t really love her and wants his girls to not make the mistake he did?

[@michaelhenry3234]

@Marcus The "historical people were ruthless, unfeeling robots" perception in pop history is really annoying. For some reason people seem to think basic empathy and desire were invented at the turn of the 20th century. I've had someone try to tell me 13th century parents didn't love their children... like, at all. They just didn't see them as human beings. Yeah, culture certainly does change with the times, but people were still people. Humans 6,000 years ago lived the same experiences we do today. We're really not that different in the ways that matter.

[@Heritage367]

I'm a dude, and this one of my favorite movies of all time! So glad you guys gave it a chance and enjoyed it so much.

[@bsmith3506]

Jane Austen really was an incredible writer. She was funny and witty, and its amazing how relevant her commentary on humanity still is today, 200 years later. There are endless fantastic adaptations of her 6 main novels! I still think the funniest one I have seen to date was thr 1996 Emma starring Gwyneth Paltrow

[@bsmith3506]

I think also the love story between Emma and Mr Knightley would be more satisfying for Mr Oak, as they had known each other their whole lives :')

[@SK-hf1vi]

I just love the mixture of movies you react to.

[@mkelly1597]

Definitely

[@17thknight]

Dude these guys are some of the best reactors in the world. Very emotionally intelligent. If you met them on the street you'd think "Dumb dude-bros who make fun of people for having emotions". Not remotely the case. They're so open to new experiences and have no fear about expressing how they feel. Seriously my favorite KZbin channel.

[@mkelly1597]

@@17thknight I could not say it better. It's so refreshing that they will really watch the content and honesty react. I'm watching all their vids

[@sole129]

this was unexpected:) And I loved it

[@kellifranklin9872]

They are easily my favorite reactors.

[@JenQ_1]

What's funny about watching middle age men react is that they always point out some sort of detail that relates back to carpentry. Like "look at the size of that tree" "oh that's some old world lumber right there." LOL It's happened on more that one occasion, and I laugh every time because literally no one else notices that stuff. Great reaction!

[@BaddMedicine]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 just our weird appreciations 🤣🤣🤘🤘🤘

[@KrystalAnn0688]

All the attention & comments on the things like nature & architecture reminded me very much of Luke & Jackson in Gilmore Girls at Rory’s high school graduation where they’re noticing like the gargoyles on the school & such lol. Not that these things shouldn’t be noticed or appreciated (the scenery & cinematography are STUNNING), but I feel like most the ladies watching are just swooning 🥰 & rightly so lol. But this movie is one of few movies I consider perfect in every single way ❤️ & I loooved watching y’all react to it & understanding & appreciating all the dialogue & humor 😊

[@hdzmiriam]

@@BaddMedicine i had to google how did fountains work before electricity. Had never thought about it! And i've seen this movie a thousand times!

[@ac1646]

@@hdzmiriam Thanks for reminding me to do this! I got so lost in the comments section that I'd forgotten about that gem of a remark 🤣

[@athenataylor3800]

@@hdzmiriamme too !!! And my favorite comment so far !

[@tadanott300]

Loved seeing three men react to what a lot of people think of as a "chick flick". This isn't a chick flick, it's a masterpiece. So glad y'all enjoyed it.

[@martineokeeffe9326]

Well said.

[@yundorphin]

Ahhh I think the movie being only 2 hours makes their courtship seem "rushed" but they actually spent a loooot of time together in Bingley's country house. And over time Elizabeth overcomes her prejudice and starts to see Darcy for who he is rather than through the lens of her first impression.

[@AcesMaven]

While I do like this version, I think this is why I enjoy the BBC version so much more, though It's been ages since I've watched it. We had watched some of it when I was in HS after we read the book, and my parents bought it for me so I could watch the whole thing. This particular movie might have been one of the last movies I bought for cheap at my local video rental place before it went out of business.

[@brooke_reiverrose2949]

I see what you did there with the title 😉

[@fangirlalliecat]

Georgiana is Darcy’s only sister. She’s the one Wickham tried to take advantage of for her money (which is really sad when you realize just how young she is and how Wickham tried to use her, made her fall for him, then dipped when Darcy refused to give her inheritance to him). And Wickham had tried this scheme just the summer before he met Elizabeth (making Georgiana only a year older since Wickham broke her heart and he schemed on Lydia only a year later). Wickham is the WORST sort of man, charismatic, preys on innocent girls that don’t know better, and liar to boot. I think Caroline was confused for being Darcy’s sister, but she’s Charles’ sister, not Darcy. Bingley is his best friend. It’s part of the reason Caroline was so gross about the Bennetts, she was interested in Darcy and talked down on the Bennett sisters to make herself look more appealing. Darcy DID discover Lydia and Wickham, he knew Wickham’s MO and his penchant for preying on younger girls. Lydia didn’t have money like Georgiana, so them running away was EXTREMELY improper because he was never planning on marrying her, he was just out to steal her virtue. Running off with a man unchaperoned and unmarried would ruin the entire family. Darcy paid off Wickham so he’d marry Lydia to cover up the scandal (since money is what Wickham is always after, he got what he wanted in the end). But Darcy paid him to save Elizabeth’s family and didn’t want her to know about it because he’s the sort of man that does good things without boasting about it. But Lydia let it slip. He fixed the Lydia/Wickham situation and brought Bingley back to fix his mistake of separating him from Jane because he regretted hurting them and Elizabeth.

[@anastasia.00]

*Mr. Darcy's iconic hand stretch* "that was weird, it was like he was forced to do that" NOOOOO NO! It's the female gaze, it's the sexual tension mixed with the surging anxiety of a feeling developing, it's the tingle that shoots through the tip of his finger into his whole body, it's the indomitable human spirit trembling in front of the power of love!!!!!

[@ailene_e]

I love this comment 😂

[@JoleneDaviesITKWJ]

So spot on...

[@yula3723]

Yes! I think this this movie (also the Holiday) perfect examples of "the female gaze". Love it

[@ac1646]

Well put. Steamy stuff indeed 😂

[@trynastayproductive]

Also the fact that he wasn't supposed to do that (and at the moment he didn't want to because he was resolved to forget Lizzie once and for all) but he couldn't help it

[@anniebananie3421]

I read somewhere that Jane Austen wrote about ladies who "went fishing in a bad pond, but still came out with a good catch." The Bennet girls were in an awkward position, they were of a class that allowed them even fewer choices than women who were either richer or poorer than they. This meant that trying to "marry well" was their only chance of having any sort of a decent life. And that was no joke. Marrying for love is nice, but when you aren't able to get a job to increase your income, and when your family and friends will only hang out with you if you are in an acceptable position, then catching a decent husband who has standing and money is a life and death endeavor. It was hard to make themselves attractive enough to eligible men, and there weren't many such men around. So, Elizabeth came out extremely well, not because she knew Darcy inside and out, but because she knew the most important things about him. He is generous, discrete, selfless, and has great strength of character. He respected her, and as far as any young couple is in love, so were they. Also, Mr. Collins stood to inherit the place where the Bennets lived, because Mr. Bennet had no sons, and women couldn't inherit back then. That meant that if Mr. Bennet died, his wife and daughters would be at Mr. Collins mercy. In Austen's other most famous novel, Sense and Sensibility, this is exactly what happens to a widow and her daughters - they get turned out by the stepson who inherits everything. Also, if Darcy hadn't forced Wickham to marry Lydia, he would've dumped her somewhere after he got sick of her, which could easily have been a death sentence since she might not have made it home. As it was, Lydia and Wickham's end is sort of a "you made your bed, now sleep in it" type of justice. He can't just leave the girl he seduced no matter how annoying she is, and she has to pay for her foolishness by putting up with him for the rest of her life.

[@c-puff]

Honestly the fact that three guys could get into the narrative so much says a lot about the strength of the writing and story. The Oak even says his issues are with the time period's perception of romance, which is not actually a reflection on the story in any way. And I think that's really cool.

[@17thknight]

Honestly, I never thought I could get into Jane Austen works (my wife loves them) but this movie turned me around. By the end I was hooked, Keira Knightley and Mathew MacFayden killed it.

[@aspannas]

You should really give Emma from 2020 a shot, it really nails the subtle humor in Jane Austens writing.

[@michyn4959]

My husband was the exact same way. Now he asks me to put it on. 😂

[@voyance4elle]

@@aspannas I was just about to write that :D

[@2Fangirl]

If you enjoyed this adaptation, then you should watch the version from 1995. It's a six episode mini series, and it's amazing. I grew up with that one, so I may be biased. It is closer to the book in accuracy. If you like Colin Firth, then it would be a good one to check out.

[@AllThePeppermint]

​@@2FangirlI've watched the miniseries a few times, but I struggled with how... plain so many of the costumes and actors are portrayed. Even Colin Firth isn't nearly as handsome in Pride and Prejudice as he is in The Importance of Being Earnest.

[@pjm2413]

your thumbnails are iconic LMAO

[@BaddMedicine]

Much appreciated! Thank you! :)

[@MariaMendez-ms9iq]

Is very close, but I will say Mr. Darcy stayed in netherfield for months, and they did saw each other more than the movie shows. Lizzy has an aunt that will host dinners and there is where she and Mr Darcy will see each other.

[@olavihekandjo2928]

This was terrified me. I had to double check the channel name! Lol

[@musecruise290]

This needs more likes! 😂

[@barbarajungbauer7000]

The opening line of the book is utter brilliance: "It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife."

[@juliaweasley]

Loved how much you guys got the humor and sarcasm in this!! It's the main reason I love Jane Austen's books so much.

[@shedaydreaming]

"You have bewitched me, body and soul, and I love, I love, I love you" THIS LINE.

[@chelseyleachman4]

To make the whole situation with Lydia and Mr. Wickham clear and why Mr. Darcy saved the day: basically, the young and unmarried Lydia spent several days living alone with an unmarried, untitled man. Even if nothing happened, people would talk and assume Lydia, as well as the rest of the Bennett daughters, have loose morals and would absolutely destroy the reputation and the marriage prospects of the entire family. The only way to avoid this fallout would be if Mr. Wickham married Lydia, and he would only do that if Lydia's dowry was paid, which the Bennett's cannot afford. Lydia was basically being held hostage, but she was too naive and blinded by the romanticism of being swept off her feet by a "man in uniform" to see it. Darcy paying the dowry and being a witness at the wedding was him putting the pressure on Mr. Wickham to keep his word. Also Mr. Darcy doing the hand flex thing wasn't him being uncomfortable so to speak, it was a big no-no to touch a woman's bare hand during this time so that was him going "omg I got to touch her hand 🤯" like a dork lol

[@emilylewis5373]

Yep. Eloping (running away to get married) wasn't actually unusual for the time period. They were basically the equivalent of a shotgun wedding, and while sort of scandals in their own right, were not seen as bad as not getting married at all. Don't forget Darcy feels a little ashamed for not warning people of Wickham as well.

[@TheCrayonMaster]

Yes!!! This is what I came to the comments to say but you said it for me! It's also been a few years since I last read the novel (I've read it a few times) and I believe Mr. Wickham had no intention of marrying Lydia. Lydia was going to ruin the whole family.

[@juliewagner3023]

@@TheCrayonMasterYou do remember correctly! Wickham once again had gambling debts and wanted to skip town. Lydia was into him and wanted to marry him, but she had no money so Wickham wasn’t planning on marrying her. He just thought the company might be okay and kind of allowed her to tag along, because what would he care if her and her whole family’s reputation gets shattered? That’s none of his business-so Darcy makes it his business because he loves Elizabeth and wants to force Wickham to do the honorable thing for once.

[@sawanna508]

@@TheCrayonMaster It's a little unfair to put the blame on Lydia, she was 15 remember? Mr. Wickham was the one who was ruining them all and she was not even his first victim. That's something I don't like about this story. I know this was the way back then but it always seems to me that Lydia is sort of seen like that bad girl that ruined her family while the man involved is not blamed the same way. He sort of kidnapped her just to have fun with her since he never intented to marry her.

[@Frostfyre7]

​@@sawanna508 They don't really address it in this version of P&P, but in the book (and the 1995 miniseries, which follows the book VERY closely) Wickham is considered a scandal and a cad for running away with a 15 year old girl. While Mr. Bennett and his brother in law are looking for Lydia and Wickham in London, Mrs. Bennet's sister (who did not make it into this adaptation at all) shows up to share all the gossip she's found out about the debts Wickham ran up in the village, and that he "interfered" with some of the tradesmen's daughters. It's partly a comic scene, because she and Mrs. Bennett--who up to that point would NOT SHUT UP about how amazing and handsome and wonderful Wickham was--start agreeing that oh, they always knew there was something wrong with him, etc etc (and, of course, Mrs. Bennett reverses her opinion AGAIN when Lydia and he actually marry--then he's amazing, handsome, etc all over again). Further illustration of how incredibly silly and shallow Mrs. Bennett was. This version of P&P has a much more sympathetic portrayal of Mrs. Bennett (and the Bennetts' marriage) than the book or most other adaptations. It's even implied that Mr. Bennett and she love one another--whereas in the book, Mrs. Bennett is pretty much a middle-aged Lydia: she's never gained any maturity or sense, and remains a silly and ridiculous woman. It's stated fairly clearly in the book that Mr. Bennett married her because she was extremely beautiful--and he THOUGHT he loved her--and then once they were married he realized she was utterly brainless and he was pretty sick of her before the first year of marriage was up. But since divorce wasn't a thing, they were stuck with each other. It's partly why he wants no part in forcing any of his daughters--especially the two oldest--into marriages they don't truly want. He doesn't want them to be as miserable as he is.

[@qdkdicja10]

Oh god this reaction was unexpectedly fantastic!!! Going in, I didn’t think I’d have this much fun rewatching this movie with you guys… but now I can honestly say that this one is my favorite reaction video to this film! You guys are just really amazing and continue to surprise me. Thank you so much for brightening my day 🎉

[@BaddMedicine]

Glad you enjoyed it! And thanks for watching with us.

[@porterhw]

The fact that this movie has three grown ass men giggling behind their hands at the dialogue and tomfoolery of this story means IT HAS STAYING POWER, 200 YEARS LATER!!! Wild families and tone deaf friends and fire one-liners are timeless!!

[@etherealtb6021]

Right?

[@lonelylittledot]

Just a fun fact regarding your question at 36:11. When Bingley asks for "Miss Bennet", he wouldn’t have to clarify which one, because it was only Jane - as the oldest unmarried daugther - that would have been addressed this way. Traditionally, it was only the oldest daughter that was referred to as "Miss + last name", whereas the younger sisters would have been referred to as "Miss + first name".

[@sherpajones]

Strange that the servant at Netherfield Hall introduced them as Mrs. Bennet and then Ms. Bbennet for all 3 younger daughters. I would think in the case of Mr. Bingley, the context was all important. Liz knew that Mr. Bingly was not requesting a private audience with her.

[@HuntingViolets]

@@sherpajones Yes, they seem to have put that in for the "Are we to have every Bennet in the county" or whatever joke.

[@heatheradams3576]

President Snow AND Joanna are in this movie. She's Lydia! Crazy good actress, I've seen this movie hundreds of times growing up and just recently realized this

[@HelTra91]

Tbh ever since first watching this when it came out until now Jena's acting was my least favourite part, not sure if it was her accent but something just felt misplaced but overall the acting from the cast as a whole is incredible.

[@haute03]

@@HelTra91 Interesting! I felt like her and Carey Mulligan bounced off each other sooo well. Lydia is also such an obnoxious character to me so I felt like Jena's acting was dead on. 😂

[@lellepad]

I went to the estate where they filmed Darcy's house. They have the statues that you see through the manor and Mr. Darcy's bust/prop is at the entrance to the gift shop. There is a sign around his neck asking to "No Kissing Please" hahaha. Still cracks me up to think about!

[@LuvNickynGina4ever]

I've been before aswell, the estate is called chatsworth house

[@Ming3484]

Y'all have some of the best reactions out there. I'll be honest, when I first started watching I thought Y'all were not going to take it serious. Thought Y'all would just be making fun of the plot and not pay attention. Wow, was I showing my prejudice!!! Cannot wait to react to more from Y'all. When I first read the novel and watched the movies I use to get annoyed with Mrs. Bennet. However, when you realize that back then women really had nothing. Everything came from the father or husband. She wanted to marry her daughters off to ensure their future, so they would be taken care of and had some protection. It wasn't like today where a woman can make her own living and has rights.

[@mollyirene8979]

loved how much of a kick you guys were getting out of the dialogue! jane austen really wrote some zingers. this is my ultimate comfort movie; it’s just perfect! i think you guys would also love “sense and sensibility” from 1995 if you’re looking for another austen adaptation!

[@eighthdoctor]

Excellent pick - that adaption is fantastic and has such a fantastic cast!

[@AhavaMath]

Yes, I've been hoping for so long that a group of reactors that I follow would watch Sense and Sensibility!

[@brendayoungblood9484]

You can't go wrong with Alan Rickman as Col. Brandon.

[@aspannas]

I'd also suggest Emma from 2020!

[@MsRealvision]

Oh yes. I also recommended Sense & Sensibility. It is a masterpiece packed with a league actors 😍

[@catherinesimpson6256]

The humour was definitely intended. If you read the book Elisabeth is super sarcastic and dry through the whole thing as she comments about everything that is happening. Glade that you enjoyed it

[@fayej6591]

My favorite part of this movie is the score. Dario Marianelli is a genius. As many people have stated the 1995 BBC miniseries was able to really develop the details of the story in a way that can’t be done in a standard 2 hour feature film.

[@Helga217]

As for how much time Elizabeth and Darcy spent together before they got married, it was actually a lot longer than this movie suggests. Naturally, they met at a couple of dances in the beginning, and during that time they spent a whole month together while Jane was ill at Bingley's house. So they spent three weeks together when Elizabeth visited Charlotte and Darcy was visiting Lady Catherine de Bourgh. Darcy developed a crush on Elizabeth there when they were together while Jane was ill, but Elizabeth's feelings rekindled much later. But throughout the book, Elizabeth and Darcy meet quite often, considering that they didn't know each other at the beginning of the book, and their interactions often took place without a moral guard with them, which was very unusual at that time. They trusted each other and their interactions were mostly on a peer basis. So when they got married, they probably knew each other better than many other couples and there were no secrets between them.

[@louisea5669]

Speaking of obsolete norms on love and relationships, I'm surprised no one has commented on the very first sentence of the book: "It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife." 😂 Perfectly shows how Austen questioned social norms and expectations way before her time - with humor, sarcasm and wit. Until this day, you simply cannot NOT be triggered by this "alleged truth", it is the perfect way to begin a book!

[@ac1646]

Perfect comment Louise. 👏

[@kathyastrom1315]

You misunderstood Mr. Darcy’s hand tingling. That’s the bit that is always cited as many people’s favorite shot of the film.

[@lilbrownbear]

the hand holding scenes has a fandom of its own

[@austengalasmr7026]

Yes! The hand flex is huge. Everything is so restrained and in this era, everyone wore gloves so the idea that you would touch each other skin to skin was very intimate. It’s meant to express the sexual tension between them and the way he’s holding back his attraction to her because she’s not in his social sphere.

[@angelalurtz3638]

It's very "female gaze" sexy 🤭

[@rbhatt2247]

Elizabeth stayed a long time at Rosings, and would often go for long walks while reading letters from Jane and being sad and angry. Mr Darcy accidentally joined once, and Lizzie to be sure that doesn't happen again informed him immidiately that path was her regular walk, because since she believed "they both hated each other", Darcy would never come there again, that he was too proud and too richbto seek her inferior company. And then Darcy would often show up there and walk with her, both mostly silent. Also, Darcy spends some time with the Bennett family after Jane and Bingly get engaged, attending MrsBennet's endless parties to celebrate and show off Jane, being mostly his introverted self lurking in the corner, and everyone as usual takes him as a rich proud a**hole, but this time Elizabeth overcomes her prejudices and kind of understands him. And then Darcy leaves for good, with no hope or intention to interact with Elizabeth ever again. But when Elizabeth refuses to give her word to LadyCatherine that she would never get engaged to Darcy, he gets hope (because in his esteem he knows if Elizabeth still hated him, she wouldn't hold back and toy with LadyCatherine) and comes back one time, mainly to apologise on his aunt's behalf (seeing that he too has embarrassing relatives). Then for 1 time, he swallows his pride and proposes again

[@kathytiedje4767]

The fountains were 'powered' sometimes by a combination of bell and drum siphons and sometimes with water pressure produced by the pressure of the lake going down a narrow pipe to the fountain and being returned to the lake.

[@ginster458]

as a woman what makes this a great lovestory ( and as people have pointed out, a) courtship was like this back then and b) there was more of it in the book) is that at first he just says he's in love with her for pretty superficial reasons, he was intrigued because she gave him shit. But then when she refuses him and she tells him he's being an asshole by saying " Hey I love you despite your inferior birth and embarrassing family and also broke up your sister and my friend because of this) he doesn't lash out, he explains himself for the things she is wrong about (Wickham and his intentions behind breaking up Jane and Bingley) but he actually takes what she says seriously and changes. He betters himself, then goes out of his way to help her sister without claiming credit for it, and then after meeting her again a couple of times and noticing she is noticeably warmer to him, and after she refuses to promise his aunt never to marry him, he goes and says " Hey, they way you've behaved and what you told my aunt gave me hope- if that hope is wrong, I will never speak of it again. I love you-if you want to." That's pretty refreshing to be honest, especially compared to modern rom-coms where the lesson seems to be "persistence is key". I also appreciate that they both have to overcome their negative traits here, a lot of the time in modern romcoms, one person is flawed and the other is a poor perfect martyr waiting for the other person to wake up and realize what they're missing

[@HelTra91]

What does any of this have to do with being a woman? o_O

[@keilaheduvan2265]

@@HelTra91 That she is one? 😂

[@RE-bg9ds]

I love what you said. I agree 100%

[@ct6852]

It's like a love story for two awkward introverts who never really wanted love, or thought they would find it. Just two headstrong loners who had to eventually give up their defenses when they got thunder struck against their will. It's like a love story for two protesters of love. Definitely a beautiful-looking film. Well acted. Joe Wright is a master of making complicated scene choreography flow. The sunset scene at the end is especially relaxing. Feels like getting high. Like putting aside the hamster wheel of the mind, letting go of pride and presumption and just surrendering to something good that you can't explain. 🌄💖😌

[@ac1646]

What a lovely take on this. 🥰

[@gabsnegreiros2425]

I'm sorry to disagree. Elizabeth Bennet wasn't an introvert. :)

[@ct6852]

@@gabsnegreiros2425 Yeah maybe not. But definitely very well read and thoughtful and careful in her language.

[@dajtoad1]

The last thing Lizzie was, was an introvert!

[@ct6852]

@@dajtoad1 Yeah not a complete introvert, but she did have some qualities of one. The book made her seem more that way. Or the author herself did.

[@maryleecarlin9390]

The director set this movie in 1790s when Jane Austen originally wrote Pride and Prejudice. This starts at the end of September. The visit to Collins’ home with Judi Dench happened in Easter (March/April) Lizzie going on a trip up north to Darcy’s house was around June/July. In this movie Darcy and Bingley come back around late summer a year after Bingley first moved to the area. I’m the book it’s fall when they come back. It’s a full year it seems fast but there’s a lot of time that passes in the movie

[@miceymolander]

The hauntingly beautiful sunrise scene was a spectacular piece of cinematography--and certainly one of the most romantic.

[@TheCrayonMaster]

In the novel, Bingly was a bit of a flirt and would frequently fall for women and then his feelings would fizzle out. So, Darcy and Bingley's sisters thought this was just another infatuation which gave them more reason to separate Jane and Bingley. :) Of course, people can correct me if they wish, it has been a couple of years since I last read the novel. So I might be rusty on some details. Edit: I will say, in the book, Darcy and Elizabeth did meet more often than in the movie. :) And they did walk together and got to know each other more. Also, Fitzwilliam, Darcy's other cousin, was totally interested in Elizabeth.

[@ThatBrunetteFromCali]

It took me a few re-reads of the book & re-watching a of the movie to finally understand why he broke up Jane & Bingley. Then I remembered what Mrs Bennet was saying at the ball that they expect an advantageous marriage. Advantageous means financially & successfully secure. Darcy thought the family was using Jane to get close to Bingleys money. It’s why he objected to the family & not Jane or Lizzie. But he did accuse Jane of leading Bingley on, & realized how wrong he was when Lizzie said that Jane is naturally shy. He realized he broke up a potential marriage based on prejudice. Middle class woman marries an upper class man while her immature family squanders his fortune? He wasn’t going to let that happen. And I can understand why he would think her family immature. When he says “the lack of propriety”, it means that Lizzies family had no proper place or could conform to the standards in high society because they were loud, rude & obnoxious. Kitty & Lydia got drunk at the ball & were loud flirts & Mary did her unwanted performance and never socialized while there mother walked around like she owned the place. He didn’t want Bingley marrying Jane because he thought the Bennett’s were obnoxious gold diggers using there daughter to stain upper class society. But notice how he didn’t lump Jane & Lizzie with them. Which means he’s not a full prejudice jerk. And he sees the Bennett’s in a different light after this because he takes the time to explain to Lizzie that he was sorry & helps her understand that she was falling for a F boy in Mr Whickham. And when Whickham manipulates immature Lydia, Darcy saves the Bennett’s from humiliation by paying off Whickhams gambling debts & got him commission in Newcastle. It was Darcy’s way of repaying the Bennett’s for breaking up Jane & Bingley & his apology to Jane was bringing Bingley to her to propose after re-kindling Bingleys love for Jane. Then Mr Collins opens his big mouth & sends a letter to Lady Catherine, congratulating her on Darcy’s engagement to Lizzie & we all know what happens next. Considering Darcy met with Lizzie in the gardens & knew about what his aunt did, it’s most likely he stood up to Catherine; professing love for Lizzie. Darcy has one hell of a character development

[@emilylewis5373]

Correct, but small note. The Bennett's are actually upper class and the Bingleys are middle class (sort of). The Bingleys parents made fortune in trade and the children are the first to not have to work. However they don't have a formal house yet to be considered a landed gentry, which is why they went to longhorn in the first place. But the idea behind your comment is the same. Mr. Darcy is just helping his middle class friend make the jump from middle to upper class and wants to make sure he isn't taken advantage of. We see his regards to propriety when Elizabeth visits Pemberley. First of all his staff highly praises him and he has kept his grounds well (even lets tours of his house, which was seen as a socially equable thing to do at the time (I can really comment on that if you want)). But his treatment of her family, the Gardeners (who are still working middle class) which is the most confusing to Elizabeth because he did separate Jane and Bingley on regards to "class".

[@Becky.Ray14]

Especially because Bingley is Darcy's good friend and is realtively 'new' money, his fortune made in trade I believe. So he wants him to be secure and prosper and not taken advantage of. He would be most protective of his friend.

[@jazziered142]

Actually, Jane was a superior. Bingly wasn't landed Gentry. She comes from a family of landed gentry.

[@britt-marierobrecht5775]

Now I'm curious if Oak would like the 1995 version with Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle better. That's my favorite adaptation of Austen's Pride & Prejudice and it sticks much closer to the book. It's also 3 times as long. Almost like a mini series. Btw... love that you also watch genres you usually wouldn't - like these regency dramas. I had fun watching along with you. P. S. : You know there's a bunch of other period piece movies out there. I would at least recommend the Ang Lee adaptation of Sense and Sensibility with an outstanding Emma Thomson. And also Love and Friendship which deliberately breaks with the rules of the time and has a delightfully evil heroine. Very unusual for Austen but right on brand when it comes to her sarcastic humor.

[@sawanna508]

And there are several adaptatons of "Emma" the most recent from 2020.

[@islaythejabberwokky]

Collin Firth's Darcy is BY FAR the best, in my opinion. I love the mini-series adaptation for its accuracy to the book-- and especially the historical accuracy, where the film takes some liberties in order to make it readable to a modern audience-- but the cinematography of this version just sweeps you off your feet! I also prefer the miniseries' version of Mr. Collins, and the subtlety of how *insufferable* he is, lol.

[@blacktiger2154]

Watching 3 grown men watch pride and prejudice is sth I didn’t know I needed 😂

[@freckles2437]

This ending was added for American audiences, in the UK it ends with her running out of her father's study in her excitement.

[@LuvNickynGina4ever]

I was looking for this comment, I'm not a big fan of the extended American ending.

[@ac1646]

@@LuvNickynGina4ever I'm a fan. As in six minutes ago when I first saw this. I'm British and I thought the UK one was an anti-climax. I think it rounded it off nicely.

[@annasanz3331]

In south America it had the original ending which I found it anticlimax, everybody was expecting at least a kiss

[@funkman12345]

The significance of Mr. Darcy’s hand is awesome. They constantly reference it in that he has much affection for her but for the large chunk of the film it’s obviously one-sided, showing his hand at his side. Finally at the climax when they profess their love she kisses his hand (im pretty sure the same hand that has been framed in previous scenes) and says “your hands are cold.” Love this movie

[@josephinenilsson1541]

I LOVED this. As a person who has read many of Austen’s books, and dearly love this particular version of the film, I never realised before how wonderful it would be to hear three loud and fun American guys who seem like they could be handpicked straight out of an American football team talk about Pride and Prejudice! It was _great_ seeing it through your eyes and I was laughing with you. Will be liking your videos and checking out more of your stuff. The third guy had a valid point about people not getting to know each other before falling in love and getting married, but I would like to say that he’s right in his assessment that it is the time period he has a problem with, and not the movie. Marrying for love really wasn’t that common in the early 19:th century, and since people generally married much younger, didn’t divorce, weren’t allowed to flirt around or date and met far fewer people in their lives than we do today, falling in love would have likely happened much easier, and then you spent your marriage getting to know each other. It does annoy me when more modern movies do the same thing though, as many do, but in this context where it is actually quite realistic it doesn’t annoy me, though it’s a valid point. Thanks for a great video!

[@RE-bg9ds]

I think they are Canadian.

[@zammmerjammer]

​@@RE-bg9dsThey are Canadian as fuck.

[@haute03]

@@RE-bg9ds Nope, they're American! I think they're based in Wisconsin.:)

[@sarah4hp]

Oh Oak. It IS a beautiful and inspiring love story for SO many reasons, and here are a few: 1. The idea of valuing LOVE to the point of a woman refusing a good match because she did not love and respect the man was REVOLUTIONARY. I mean, Lizzie saying NO to MR. DARCY was absolutely INSANE. Heck, her refusing MR. COLLINS was very out there as he had a lot to offer her financially, including keeping their house in the family. 2. Lizzie breaks a LOT of social norms and etiquettes, yet Mr. Darcy falls for a woman far beneath him in rank, wealth and social status because she is INTELLIGENT. He likes that she CHALLENGES him, that she is an EQUAL. He goes above and beyond to impress HER, to win HER, and to save her family by getting Wickham to marry Lydia and giving his blessing and encouragement for Bingley to marry Jane. He even works to impress Lizzie's uncle and aunt on her mother's side, who are "just" a merchant and his wife with no real ranks, titles etc. 3. Darcy and Lizzie started out on the wrong foot, and is a beautiful OG "enemies to loves" love story. Misunderstandings, miscommunication, wounded prides and prejudices had to b overcome and resolved for them to finally be together. And in the end they know each other far better than most at that time - values, character, interests, likes and dislikes... and only that makes it possible for Lizzie to fall for Darcy and accept his proposal. I get that courtship was different then, but even so... what Austen was doing by challenging the idea of courtship and love in her own time, to me, makes it a story I can easily view as a beautiful love story even with my more modern POV. And I hope you may grow to appreciate that Oak, even if you will never love it as much as me.

[@yubyub335]

You guys wont believe this but i just screamed with happiness, two days ago i broke a toe on my foot and tomorrow i need to get a cast and this has just made me happy after all the pain. 💓

[@jenniferthuente9310]

I also just shouted “yay” and may have just told my son I can’t wait til he takes a nap so I can watch this. One of my all time favorite movies and my go-to feel good movie.

[@BaddMedicine]

🤣🤜🤛

[@BaddMedicine]

Wishing you a speedy recovery

[@yubyub335]

@@BaddMedicine Thank you guys! 💗

[@MademoiselleRed1390]

To answer The Oak, (sorry if this gets long) bear in mind this is from a novel and was condensed into a movie so the time passing is ofc harder to show. As for when and how they fall in love, that's the thing, they don't do it at the same, time, hence why the courting is strange. Because Darcy starts falling in love as soon as Lizzy started roasting him, and you can see how, in his own awkward way this shows like when he asks her to dance, but at the same time, as he said he struggled too due to how things worked by then until eventually his feelings win over that and he proposes. Problem is Lizzy is totally taken by surprise by this because after that terrible first impression from him she became prejudiced against him (Pride & Prejudice get it lol) so she was under the impression he hated her or at the very least wouldn't imagine he was courting her. You can see in the movie (and more so in the books) she sometimes assumes he's trying to humilliate her for example. Only after the letter, Lizzy can eventually clean the slate when it comes to him. It's when she's at his house that she starts falling in love, not because of the wealth but because he learns more about him now without the pride and prejudice interferring (this is better shown in the book tho). At the same time, Darcy now having learnt his lesson is trying to better himself, that's why he's improved his ways in general but you can especially see it with the interactions with her aunt and uncle, (and thus how they also have a better opinion of him than Lizzy's family for example). And THAT would be his courting, in a way because at this point the problem they have is that because Lizzy has rejected him neither wants to push it to far or dares hope. Darcy is technically doing this without any ulterior motives cause he's already been rejected and there's no guarantee Lizzy would change his mind (hence why it's not after Lady Catherine's outburst that he thinks he has a chance) which adds to the romanticism in fact. And Lizzy was worried she might never get another chance, because for all this "courting" being effective, unless he proposes again, it wouldn't matter if she changed her mind about him or not. Yes, dating as we know it today wouldn't have been possible back then. But still you can see very clearly it's their personalities and gestures that they fell in love with.

[@fullmetalandtheflame438]

There are actually 2 Hunger Games actors in this movie: Donald Sutherland of course, but the Jena Malone who plays Lydia in this (the youngest sister who marries Mr. Wickham), is Johanna Mason in Catching Fire and Mockingjay parts 1 and 2.

[@julialeslie692]

Finally! A group of guys who can keep up with the subtle and intricate workings of this time period! Granted, not everything was spot on, but it's forgivable for a once-through. But the part that made me the happiest was appreciating how funny this witful battle of conversations get. Thank you for actually watching the film

[@andymason3555]

Glad you all enjoyed the film! As to Oak’s question, they can’t really ‘date’ in this time period. If a girl is alone with a guy without a chaperone, it is scandalous and her reputation is destroyed. That whole morning mist scene isn’t in the book, because they added that for modern audiences. You can only spend time with people at balls and with family around. And they did that. Marriage is also more of a business arrangement in this time, so dating isn’t a priority. Mr. Collins actually has realistic expectations when he comes to propose. Jane Austen, the author, is ahead of her time for believing marriage should be more than a business arrangement. Also, this movie has to rush through events from the book because the book has a lot more content. So Darcy and Elizabeth spent more time together (in the company of other people) and did know each other pretty well by the time they married. Elizabeth also fell in love with Darcy for the things he did to help others as she saw him let go of his pride. But yes, that was a good assessment when Oak said it’s more the time period and customs that he doesn’t like.

[@happy2405]

This is such an all-star cast. Like Jena Malone (Lydia) was also in the Hunger Games, Kitty is played by Carey Mulligan (Great Gatsby), and Mary is played by Tallulah Riey who was in Westworld and Inception. It's also funny to me how Mr.Collins seems so meek and annoying here whereas he's so intimidating and snake like in Pirates of the Caribbean (he plays Cutler Beckett of the East Indian Trading Co).

[@glowormrdr6183]

That Mr. Collins actor was also the horrible guard who gets his comeuppance in The Green Mile.

[@tammyclay62]

​@@glowormrdr6183Tom Hollander is a great actor. He can play anything.

[@TheMerkilan]

What I loved was how Mr Darcy's clothing went from bein completely in order and in fashion to more and more relaxed in style, even disheveled in appearance as time went on.

[@anja3221]

It was very common at the time to make your house and garden look as fantastic as possible and invite all people of high society to stroll and wonder at your curatorship and taste. Regarding the fountains, it was a new thing of the 18th century to build them with very complicated hydraulic frameworks and very expensive construction. Versailles had the highest at the time - it was very much a „who’s got the biggest“ between owners of baroque gardens and palaces. Great reaction as always ❤

[@allisonfisher9304]

Looooooove that you’re reacting to this, this is my comfort movie!! Fun fact, when Elizabeth walks into the parlor to visit Jane while Mr. Darcy and Ms. Bingly are seated, Elizabeth has her hair down, which is highly informal, and it gives poor Mr. Darcy the vapors! Regency Era etiquette was complex and quite strict, so for her to walk in in her basic dress and hair down, she might as well have been in her underwear. It’s rather scandalous😂 This version of the book is incredibly well done, for how much they had to cut out. For only being 2 hours long, they kept in the heart of the story. I highly recommend you watch the 6 hour A&E version with Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle, it dives even deeper into the text, and is just as funny. Jane Austin wrote so many wonderful novels, but this is truly her magnum opus, it’s just so good, there are so many layers of comedy and subtext, the wit is phenomenal. 💖 As per the issues around them not being able to court each other, the book spans a full year or two of time, and the movie leaves out the other times they actually met and had interactions. Indeed, back then, you really didn’t get to “fall in love” properly most of the time, to marry for love was a rarity, most people married almost as a business transaction. Like Charlotte says, “not everyone can afford to be romantic”. The women had 0 power over their lives, they couldn’t work, they couldn’t bring in money, so they were bound by their dowry, and how much money their prospective husbands made, either in trade(lower class) or land holdings(upper class like Darcy). For Elizabeth to turn down TWO proposals back to back was practically suicide. That’s why her mother was so upset that she refused Mr. Collins’ proposal, she would have inherited their family home and property, along with all the tenants, which was their source of income. She could have elevated her sisters, which would have given them more chances at lucrative marriages of their own. It was a nightmare back in the day to be a woman in this era. If you were poor, you were poor. If you didn’t marry, and didn’t have a sizable inheritance to keep you housed and fed, you were screwed. Your family’s honor was also a massive factor in how mobile you were in your rank of society. For Lydia to run off and be with some soldier she wasn’t married to would have actually ruined both her family, and her sister’s chances to marry well. Nobody would associate with a family that had a daughter of ill repute. Literally. It would have cast them out of their social circle, and none of the sisters would have had a chance to marry anyone with money, or of good reputation, it was nuts. The reason this is one of the most cherished love stories of all time, is that despite the insanity of the social norms around them, both Darcy and Elizabeth change so dramatically as people because of meeting each other. Yeah, they don’t get to Date, nobody did. But each starts out the story very solid in their ways, each is proud and prejudiced against the other for their own reasons. But through meeting, through learning about each other, and realizing they each were wrong in their own turn, they grow. They make visible, tangible changes to who they are as people, and they make each other better. You get more of this is the book, and the longer version of the show, so I can see upon first viewing why The Oak is struggling with his feelings. But, taken within the context of society at the time, this book was revolutionary. I’ve personally watched this film about 150 times, and I honestly feel it’s worth rewatching, and learning a bit about the culture at this time, it all makes much more sense. Sorry to drone on and on, but I truly love this story, and as a fan, I have to give some context for the glaring oddities that to us seem crazy, but back then, it was just how things were done. 💖

[@emilylewis5373]

That is one of the things I love about this version. People complain that Elizabeth having her hair down, but even her just walking to the house would have been almost as scandalous as having her hair down. They made small adjustments to historical accuracy to make up some context lost in time.

[@LizzieJaneBennet]

Thanks, you explain the situation of women so well.👍 It is what they missed (and what I missed too the 1rst time I watched the movie) : if your father die without leaving you a proper annual income, you loose everything (your father, your home, most of your belongings) and you become quite a beggar, hoping someone (a brother, a cousin or a well-married sister) invites you to live in his/her home ! (like Jane and Cassandra Austen obliged to live with their brother, or like the Dashwood widow and daughters).

[@Ozefan2580]

Best comment ever! Kudos to you.

[@scream1nggoose247]

It was so interesting to see you guys’ reactions! To touch on what the oak said, the movie had to cram a lot of content in which is why the bbc tv show is preferred by a lot of people. With one thing happening after another in the movie it’s easy to lose track of the fact that the story actually takes place over a year and in the book Darcy and Elizabeth interact a lot more. The regency era was strict however and they wouldn’t have been allowed in the same room alone together, to call each other by their first name, write each other letters (Darcy’s letter to Elizabeth would have been a scandal if found out) or dance more than two times at one ball! So dates were hard to come by! I like to think after they were engaged they got know each other a little more probably on some (chaperoned) walks. 😂

[@PozoBlue]

This is my absolute favorite period movie. I have watched it more times than I can count. The score and the cinematography are just exquisite and the dialogue is just sheer witty perfection (but that is what made Jane Austen the literary giant she is). The sets, the performances. Just all perfect. Interesting detail: the original version ends with the proposal at her dad's. They never kiss. They only added the last scene with kiss later for the US audience LOL

[@lechat8533]

I am a period drama fan. When I saw that you reacted to this, I couldn`t believe it :) Respect! It`s not easy to jump into this timeline without knowing the historical background of courtship and the manners of the people in that era. In the book, they had a lot of interaction and took a lot of walks together. Jane Austen is known for her witty dialogues in her books. At least now you all know what people are talking about when they mention Pride & Prejudice :) For example, in "You`ve Got Mail" this book is playing an important role. Great reaction! Thank you.

[@aerynoftalyn1307]

Jane Austen wrote Pride and Prejudice in 1813, but the story holds up to this day. She was an extremely witty writer - you might also enjoy the newest movie of Emma - yet through all the romantic plot and character development, her commentary on the economic plight of women of her time and her take-down of class differences were and remain very sharp. She was one of the greatest novelists. The best repartee in the movie came straight from the book, and a LOT was left out of course. I'd say this film is like the Harry Potter movies as they relate to the books, whereas the 1995 miniseries is like the Lord of the Rings in its relationship to the book. The critique of "is this a love story, where is the courtship?" is totally fair wrt this movie - but not the book or the miniseries. I find this film makes some of the motivations of the characters hard to figure out because it's so short and there are definitely historical anachronisms to make it accessible to a popular audience - but it captures the overall story and the fun. I vastly prefer the BBC version of 1995 because it is so much more true to the book, especially in the characterization of Darcy and the subtle development of the love between Elizabeth and Darcy, but that's not to diss this film. If you want another angle on it I do suggest the 6 episode miniseries from 1995 or, even better, the book! (BTW there weren't "dates" in those days, AFAIK. A ball was like a date.)

[@dulceyconrad7758]

It is a classic for a reason! Jane Austen was very clever and witty in all her writing, but P&P is her masterpiece. Great characters, tight plot line, and enough chemistry and misunderstanding to keep you on edge to the end…

[@ammaleslie509]

This is probably the last movie I would ever expect Badd Medicine to react to, and your reaction was so wonderful it raised my spirits on a very bad day. Thanks, guys. You are the best.

[@ammaleslie509]

One more now that i have heard the commentary: people didnt "date" back then. But we know that Lizzie fell in love with him when she saw his personality reflected in his house, and his art collection, and the way his staff held him in such personal high regard.

[@melanie62954]

Hilarious that you thought Caroline (Bingley's sister) was Darcy's sister for most of the film, because she was after him herself!

[@jlerrickson]

Oak, good on you for standing on your principles. I am glad that you all caught on to the humor; some people have trouble enough just following the dialogue, let alone catching the sarcasm and wit. And yes, the book does the relationships better and doesn't feel so rushed.

[@grayscales1864]

The film is absolutely meant to be full of hilarious moments! Jane Austen was a satirist, and this adaptation does such a great job of placing the satire in a 21st century sensibility.

[@Jessica_Jones]

Regarding The Oak's thoughts on their limited time getting to know each other, I can see where he's coming from, considering in particular that it's a first-time viewing. Yes, they couldn't fit as much in as they did in longer editions or certainly as much as was in the book, and yes times were different, but also I think there's a lot of nuance to be considered that simply takes watching it a few times. In addition to the fact that it is implied though unseen that they spend extended amounts of time together in group settings, there are also some important philosophies and characteristics unearthed in the interactions that are shown. Off the top of my head, Lizzie expressing her doubt and cynicism about "truly accomplished women" and Darcy's wise sentiment that "my good opinion once lost is lost forever" come to mind...these are not meaningless bits of dialogue but rather bits of intriguing insight into what each character values. Considering Darcy and kindly Bingley are such good friends but then Wickham tells a story painting Darcy in a negative light, and yet Charlotte says, "I daresay you will find him very amiable," such different accounts of him is puzzling to Lizzy. She still doesn't like him (let's not forget his dismissive rudeness at first meet), but there's intrigue. Between the events of their dance at the ball and his (nonverbal) attempted proposal, he witnesses her holding her own with Lady Catherine AND she actually pushes back on his defense about not conversing easily with people he has never met before...she challenges him to do better. He may not know her hobbies (although he sure does know piano isn't one of them 😆) but he recognizes that he needs her in his life. He jumps the gun and proposes without proper perspective or humility and my goodness, it's like, "excuse me, she turned him down??" If that doesn't show massive strength of character I don't know what does! She shows integrity and challenges him further still to do better. And then of course after his letter in response, things start piecing together and Lizzy begins to see his better qualities, she meets his sister who is sweet and probably reveals a little more as well, and then of course Darcy goes out of his way to stabilize the situation for the Bennet family. He did it all without any expectation, only with a sincere love for her and the desire to set things right. There may not have been much time spent together alone, nor deep conversation about personal interests, but in the movie we see clear physical attraction, personal/emotional chemistry, and a remarkably thorough knowledge of each other's values and their willingness to bend a little when humbled, which above all reveal the plain truth that they would suit each other well in life :)

[@a.g.demada5263]

You said all

[@melanie62954]

This film is pretty close to the book, but the timeline is majorly compressed (the most faithful adaptation is the 1995 one with Colin Firth, and it is 5 hrs long!) and the language is updated so the humor comes through more clearly to 21st century audiences. It's all there and more in Jane Austen's original, just more subtly expressed. I've seen nearly every Austen adaptation in existence, and the other one that I think you guys would get a great kick out of is 2020's Emma, with Anya Taylor-Joy and Johnny Flynn. It's hysterically funny. Lot's of physical comedy that can only be done in film, on top of the humor in the story. And I think Oak would consider it a worthy love story.

[@ejtappan1802]

While I do enjoy this film, my preferred version is the one with Colin Firth because the script aligns more closely with the novel. Including a series of group walks in which people would pair off and get to speak directly to each other. Also they grab small moments for a private word in a public setting, as during a ball or in the parlor after dinner. And, the ultimate in privacy was written notes or letters. It was just the way it was done for the upper and middle classes back then. Life was short, options were limited, and girls were taught that their sole purpose in life was to get married and have children.

[@theConquerersMama]

I agree

[@DanielSelk]

If you watch the 5 hour version, which is pretty much word for word of the book, you'll see how much MORE comedy there was in the story. The lines are VERY witty and awesome.

[@deepriser]

honestly I find it most enjoyable to see reactions to these types of movies from those who wouldn't normally watch them- because you bring a fresh perspective and catch things I wouldn't have normally seen. This was so much fun to watch!

[@joyshutt7928]

Do we get Sense and Sensibility next please? Kate Winslet, Emma Thompson, Alan Rickman, Hugh Grant, Imelda Staunton, Hugh Laurie, it's so good!

[@maggieshevelew7579]

Great suggestion! My favorite movie of all time. Another great adaptation of a Jane Austen novel, with an incredible cast.

[@trynastayproductive]

YES PLEASE

[@gabbinks]

Oh man, I've been eagerly waiting for this to drop ever since it was announced on the community tab! I always love the mix of movies you guys react to - y'all keep it fun ✨

[@scalbow313]

Mr Darcy being played by the same actor as Tom Wambsgans from Succession just shows the acting range of this cast. He plays night and day characters

[@aprilm9379]

I loved that even though this wasn’t something any of you would have chosen to watch, you still went all in and gave it a chance. I love this movie! All the versions are amazing.

[@pix3lle375]

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH I've been dreaming of this reaction! I haven't seen it yet I just clicked and I'm so hyped :D I hope you guys like it!

[@victoriannerdess]

One of my favorites of all time (book and film), but by far the greatest part is how Answer was ready to go to the damn mattresses with Oak over their scores.😂😂😂 Jane Austen would be thrilled by the spirited debate.

[@ThePorrustyFox]

Dude, the movie did everything to differentiate the Bingley siblings and Mr. Darcy. These guys spent the whole movie thinking Caroline was Mr. Darcy's sister. They were both redheads I can't. Loved the video, i found you guys recently, and i love watching movies with you.

[@wentibbetts7833]

“It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.” The 1st line fr Jane Austen's novel. You 3 really got her humor, kudos to Joe Wright bringing it out and you for 😂! From the moment Darcy enters the county hall, it's Elizabeth whom he makes direct eye contact with, double takes, and no one else. Touching was unacceptable if unmarried, Darcy was sensitized. And I get what was said about the era and courtship part, the book has more of it. As a reader, I knew, but if you haven't read the novel, yea it's lacking, I'm guessing editing and that plays to the movie. This popped to my feed, off to check out your channel. Pleasure watching with you. 👍🏽

[@AngelaSealana]

You guys hit a home run! The dialogue and characters are exactly why Jane Austen novels are SO beloved, even after all these years.

[@sariarellano5606]

I don't think I've ever clicked on anything faster than this... Nothing in the world has tickled me more than 3 grown burly men watching Pride and Prejudice and loving it! 💕

[@imasinnerimasaint]

Late 1700s was a good guess. Joe Wright decided to place it around 1796, which was the year that Austen starting writing the novel. It was initially rejected for publication in 1797. An interesting point I had not previously realised, Wikipedia tells us that: "The militia were mobilised after the French declaration of war on Britain in February 1793, and there was initially a lack of barracks for all the militia regiments, requiring the militia to set up huge camps in the countryside, which the novel refers to several times. The Brighton camp for which the militia regiment leaves in May after spending the winter in Meryton was opened in August 1793, and the barracks for all the regiments of the militia were completed by 1796, placing the events of the novel between 1793 and 1795." Austen revised the novel significantly after *Sense and Sensibility* was published in 1811, and it was eventually published in 1813. Consequently a lot of adaptations are set around then, but since Joe Wright didn't like the fashions of the time, he went for a mid-late 1790s setting instead, which is actually more accurate anyway. It was really interesting seeing your reactions to the movie, and I'm glad you enjoyed it. Do you plan to watch any other Austen adaptations, or any Bronte adaptations?

[@carolhanes412]

Jane Austen was a famous English author. You will recognize some Harry Potter people in the movie Sense and Sensibility from 1995

[@nicolehenriksen4981]

Your reaction to mr. collins and the dancing was brilliant 🤣

[@Marielusi]

I love that this story hints on the fact that being wealthy isn't/wasn't always so great because of the duties it came with. Darcy risked a lot by not marrying Lady Cathrine's daughter. The entire high society could have turned their backs on him, he could have lost a lot.

[@yundorphin]

One of my favorite genres of KZbin videos is "bros watch Pride & Prejudice" ^^ I'm glad you appreciated how funny the dialogue is and indeed there is a lot of irony and wit in the original text, too.

[@lindsaythemorallygay4586]

There's a scene in the books where that conveys so much about Charles Bingley’s whole vibe. I really liked him on my first watch and then upon reading the book I realized I like him because he’s just me as a man; somewhat daft socially, easily swayed by peer pressure, nervous around people I want the approval of to the point of fumbling in the process. In the book while talking about writing letters (there’s more said but I’m poor at summarizing) this is said: ‘Oh!’ cried Miss [Caroline] Bingley, ‘Charles writes in the most careless way imaginable. He leaves out half his words and blots the rest.’ He says: ‘My ideas flow so rapidly that I have not time to express them - by which means my letters sometimes convey no ideas at all to my correspondents.’ And I love how we can tell that about his personality despite not reading the scene.