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I had rented this before reading the novel by Austen. On its own, it is entertaining and a well made movie movie. But, if compared to the novel...well, the director added "Based on the novel, letters and diaries of Jane Austen" for a reason! It embellishes - and that is being kind - and removes major characters (Fanny's brother William, for one!). Added to the plot are references to the slave trade and its connection to Sir Thomas's holdings in Antigua, completely changing our opinion of his character, and a diversion from the story itself. Maybe Jane Austen was an abolitionist, but she didn't mention this in her novel and I feel it is too distracting from her intent of the book, due its strong content. The length of the novel must have presented a major problem for condensing into a movie, but to add plot at the expense of character development and entire characters was a poor choice. In summary - Austen fans and purists will hate this movie or at the least find it frustrating. People who like historically based romance movies will like it. And if you are both, then ignore that it is supposed to be based on the Austen novel.Read full review
Although I liked the movie, I think one needs to read the book to really appreciate the finer details of the story. I did enjoy listening to the commentary by the director, about her personal touches to the movie. You have a choice to watch with or w/o commentary or can do both!
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First let me start off by saying, I own everyone of Jane Austin's books and movies. This is one of my Favorites. I feel this movie is easy to follow. It has lots of great characters and was filmed very well. Some of the earlier movies were a little sketchy, bad filming, inexperienced actors, etc. However this project was top rate!! This sticks close to the book and is very entertaining. I wouldn't recomend your little ones watching this, because it does have some "adult" content!! I loved this movie and would definitaly recomend you purchase it ~ Jane Austin fan or Not ~ You will love it!!
Though this movie is based on Jane Austen's book, there are some areas where the story diverges from the book and becomes somewhat intertwined with Austen's own life. Despite these changes, or maybe because of them, I really like this version of Mansfield Park the most, and I've seen all the versions available. To each his own! Watch it and make your own decision.
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I have an older version of this movie, but I really love Frances O'Conner since I saw her in the DVD series " Mr. Selfridge" She played Fannie Price in this Mansfield Park movie and I totally admired her character. She was trustworthy and faithful to her relatives who really were not there for her-she had to grow up without anyone instilling anything positive in her life. I especially loved the ending and this is truly worth watching!
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