One of the comments to which you referred mentioned Lizzy's "Sharp Tongue." The commenter misspoke. Elizabeth has a sharp wit, but her tongue is quite mild. Austen makes it clear that all her comments are said with such a sweetness that no one can take offense. This is where Keira Knightley's portrayal of Elizabeth completely misses the mark. Her Elizabeth indeed has a sharp tongue and gives offense. She misses Lizzy's charm completely. Ehle is brilliant.

@TudorSmith

6 ай бұрын

Yes I’ve always thought that the delivery of dialogue in the 2005 was just too quick - which to my eyes showed a sense of not thinking before speaking.

I also love that we only see small, closed-mouth smiles from Darcy up until after his wedding to Elizabeth. There, I can imagine the director saying, "Alright Colin, now you can grin to your heart's content!" He's so happy there. And he really does have a beautiful full-on smile.

@TudorSmith

5 ай бұрын

Ha ha you’re so right. Imagine if that was the case!

@mcm3301

5 ай бұрын

indeed he does.

@RachelSitea-mn2qk

3 ай бұрын

Firth and Ehle are both great at mona lisa smiles.. but Darcy also smiled fully when the Gardiners and Elizabeth turn up- not just at the end.

@almudenaluz

3 ай бұрын

Je découvre vos vidéos et analyses sur Orgueil et Préjugés 1995 (la meilleure version du roman!). Je vous remercie pour vos analyses si détaillées et pertinentes. Je trouve tout très bien (votre voix et votre accent, votre calme et bonne humeur et votre générosité de partager votre amour de cette série avec nous). Merci beaucoup et continuez amicalement Almudena

@TudorSmith

3 ай бұрын

C'est très gentil de votre part. Merci.

In the scene at Pemberley when Caroline makes the Wickham comment, Elizabeth deflects it and immediately returns to Georgiana as if to shield her; I feel that simple sisterly act helps solidify Darcy’s feelings for Lizzie in the way she instinctively protects his sister. It shows she can be trusted with Georgiana and with family secrets. His relief, thanks, and love are right there in his eyes.

I also think that moment when Lizzy and Darcy are looking at each other when G is playing the piano was special because when G heard them talking about Wickham she messed up and Lizzy protected her by claiming it was her fault because she had forgotten to turn the page for her, Darcy then realized she had protected his sister and her smile let him know she believed him.

@piratefrenchey6222

7 ай бұрын

Lizzie's protective instincts toward G was what finally validated Darcy's desire, and willingness to throw any concerns about their relative situations out the window and dedicate himself to Lizzie's happiness.

There is only one other moment I should like to call out, but it does not show a lighter side of Darcy except to show further that he is human. I feel that many watch the famous first proposal scene and only notice the anger Darcy portrays, and perhaps I could be wrong and others have noticed too, but Firth gives such a beautiful performance in that there are small moments where I believe you can almost visually see Lizzie's words cutting him deeply. I think of these moments as Darcy with his puppy dog eyes. He genuinely seems hurt by what she has said, but it is so subtle, masked by the anger. Yes at one point he faces away and leans against the mantel to easily show his agitation and frustration, but when he faces the camera I believe I can surmise a slight mist in his eyes and for a couple brief moments before he responds to her refusal, he looks as if he may be about to cry. Refusal was the last thing he expected to hear, and I believe you can see the moment where it sinks in, and then again when she explains her reasoning. I believe two things are happening in his mind alongside the anger, one that he has discovered how much he hurt his friend Bingley by misreading Jane's behavior, and secondly that he hurt Elizabeth by extension, and the anger is not only at her refusal but that his own actions are the cause to her denying him. I believe his anger is two-fold, both at hearing no and at himself. At times I re-watch with this in mind, and it affects my viewing so much that I believe you can see a layer deeper into Darcy's actions throughout the rest of the story. An example would be when he is saying "I shall conquer this. I shall." The words take on a double entendre: that he shall conquer his love for Elizabeth and reconcile himself to her refusal, but that he shall conquer his guilt and embarrassment as well. It all leads to those famous lines in the second proposal "...had you behaved in a more gentleman-like manner. You know not how those words have tortured me." I believe this is his true admission of guilt, and not the letter itself, as well as his admission that he has been trying to do better. The truth we all know is that he actually didn't need to change much at all, but simply to be more open and honest and revealing of his true self, most especially to Lizzie. This is why the scenes at Pemberly are so satisfying, because it is the first time we truly see Darcy as he really is through Lizzie's eyes. The fact that the acting in this series was so masterful that here we are so many years later scouring the footage for details and analyzing it to this point is beyond any compliment I could give, it speaks for itself. Yet none of this is possible without the masterpiece that Austen wrote.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Well put. I hadn’t considered those points but they do make sense to me.

@mummydearest3690

7 ай бұрын

Absolutely agree with this ❤

@clairesutton9083

2 ай бұрын

@@TudorSmith small point I'm sure but does anyone know why. Bingley, Hurst and Darcy arrive at that very first dance wearing different headgear from the rest of the season? They are like hats for the Navy ? After that scene they only wear those top hats ( and it gets in the way when Darcy finally kisses Elizabeth at the end.

The main thing I love about this adaptation is the undercurrent of passion throughout. Wonderful.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

The more it’s watched, the more it is observed!

I had no complaints about the other video. Where a thing is not explicitly stated, it’s subject to interpretation. I appreciate both views of Darcy’s look after she confirms that indeed, she walked… but I offer a third. I thought he looked faintly embarrassed. He asks if she came on foot, she responds with a gentle form of “I mean… yeah… obviously… you just saw me walk up,” and for a moment he thinks, “Right. Stupid question…” accompanied by a slightly pained expression. Then he recovers and tries to look a bit more competent. It’s very human and rather humble. I like exploring his gentler nature. I remember this subject coming up when I found out a new friend had enjoyed this version herself. We discussed an article I read in which the author had assumed women fell in love with Colin Firth in this adaptation because of his oh so sexy exit from the pond looking like a drowned rat. I guess the soggy shirt was supposed to have made us swoon. Some might enjoy that but it’s a bit of a red herring. It seems like the cause because of its proximity to the truth. The truth of it was that the scene showed a humbler view of Mr. Darcy. In walking up to the house in this unkempt state and seeing the girl he loved looking at him, his pride could not really cover anything. He was entirely thrown off of his usual stoicism and his feelings were plainly visible. Follow that with him leaping inside to dress and gallop down to catch her before she left, his hair still wet and sloppy and his face bright and eager, and then his frank delight in knowing she liked the house that he hoped to make her mistress of, and there’s really no resisting him. In fact, I hadn’t considered him handsome on first viewing until his expressions made him so. This was the first thing I saw him in and he just seemed stiff and unappealing… until he chose to look otherwise. Honestly, I came away most impressed with Colin Firth’s acting.

I also enjoy watching Darcy hold Lizzie's hand as he is listening to her explain why she is upset.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

A tender moment

I love the scene where Darcy is comforting Georgiana like the loving brother that he is. It shows his tender side.

When Darcy and Elizabeth are sparring over the piano at Rosings, and Lady C rudely interrupts. Darcy’s intent and engaged gaze suddenly freezes and his eyes almost imperceptibly roll upward. That is one of my favorite moments.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

It is good isnt' it. Lady Catherine isn't even tolerable....that's what I read in his "eye roll" 😂

The scene with Georgiana, the hug was not perfunctory. Not a quick hug of her shoulders and a pat but he cradles her head against his shoulder. It was a comforting, loving gesture.

@erinelizabethmsw5137

7 ай бұрын

For sure! The head touch is *chef’s kiss*

I always thought the look in the corridor had to do with the memory of the unspoken interaction with Elizabeth in the piano scene, and had nothing to do with Caroline. The piano scene is one of the best love scenes I've ever seen.

@TudorSmith

3 ай бұрын

Yes I think you're right. And everyone who's commented agrees too! I may have assumed wrongly in my previous video 👍

@bronte826

3 ай бұрын

Could be the difference between male/female perceptions?

@TM15HAKRN

9 күн бұрын

Camera focuses lot on their faces...not wanting to leave them alone... Caroline always sticks to Darcy..a little aloof with Georgiana around 😅😊😂❤

The scene were Darcy claims to find Lizzy tolerable... when she walks by, Darcy looks so shy and a touch wounded..it makes me giggle

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

It’s almost as if he’s filled immediately with regret!

@ABeautfulMess

7 ай бұрын

@@TudorSmith that's exactly what I was trying to say...I get flustered when I see Darcy...lol

@marilynsobel7414

7 ай бұрын

@@TudorSmith I read an interesting comment once about Darcy being in such a bad mood because Bingley had -- as usual -- monopolized the prettiest girl in the room and he was frustrated that he never had a chance with women around Bingley. Indeed, Darcy's public rudeness to Elizabeth (in the book he deliberately catches her eye) is necessary for the plot but seems somewhat out of character for the proud, socially rigid gentleman who follows all the rules. The director in fact shows Darcy becoming gradually more irritated at the boisterous manners of the assembly, but I rather like the explanation that he is ticked off at Bingley for always getting the girl.

The subtle acting in this movie is superb. 100% my favorite movie ever. Thank you for your videos!

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

Thank you for these sharp observations. To me the most pivotal part of the whole series begins with Darcy meeting Elizabeth after his swim in the pond. Both are taken completely aback by the unexpected appearance of the other, Elizabeth especially, by the "not quite so formally attired" Darcy that she looks over in amusement. This scene opens us to Darcy's vulnerable side which is then further amplified by his repeatedly asking Elizabeth about the health of her parents, to which she responds with a chuckle. We also see this vulnerability in the hesitant way he invites Elizabeth to meet Georgiana. Finally, if you look at his facial expression in saying goodbye to Elizabeth and Gardeners and declaring his hope that they will see each other again soon, there is nothing of pride or standoffishness, just a wishful longing that this parting will soon be followed by a subsequent meeting. The whole sequence culminates with Elizabeth looking fondly back at this now vulnerable and yet hopeful man receding from view. From that moment on, we know the tide has turned for both of them.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Well said. I totally agree 👍

@LisaOutrequin

7 ай бұрын

The music is a very powerful element in this particular scene....

I love that in the 1995 version, all of the actors played their characters with such perfect nuances that it made each character interesting and complex, even the “annoying” ones. I always thought Darcy was incredibly tender, and playful inside, but restrained it. That’s one of the reasons that he finds Elizabeth so attractive, she has an incredible wit, mixed with a bit of cheeky naughtiness that matches his own sense of humor. I think that this “hidden” side of Darcy is why so many people love his character, and the subtle reveal of it by Firth’s portrayal is the closest to the book. (And more masterful in my opinion.) Thank you for your insights!

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏 The way Colin plays Darcy is a masterclass in acting. And to think he almost turned it down because he felt he’d have little to do!

I think my favorite scene in the film is at Netherfield after Darcy emerges from his bath and looks out the window down to see Elizabeth playing with the dog on the lawn (is it his dog or Bingley’s? I’ve always pondered this) The look of pure adoration on Colin’s face is just exquisitely portrayed. His soul is bared, he’s vulnerable and you know at that point he’s lost. I always disliked that they froze the kiss too soon at the end! 😂

@clairesutton9083

4 ай бұрын

I think the kiss is awkward for 2 reasons: Darcy's hat is in the way and they do not embrace. It's hard to give a tender kiss when you are bouncing along in a carriage and you don't hang on to the other person, don't you think?

I noticed tears welling up in his eyes after Elizabeth's affirmative answer. he tried to hide them. I think that's why she started to move on. she was so discreet!

@TudorSmith

5 ай бұрын

Yes you could see he was holding back!

Pride and Prejudice is such a masterpiece. The characters, the dialogues, the way it deals with very serious matters and has such comedic moments, at the same time...I don't think, I'll ever get tired of it. Jane Austen was a great study of human nature. There are no two people, who relate to each other or treat each other in the same way. Every relationship is unique and beautifully fleshed out. I do love, that the friendships between Darcy and Bingley and Elizabeth and Charlotte *are* real relationships. They feel real and serve a point in the development of the story and the characters. The side characters may be side characters, but they are very much not unimportant. And Darcy's 'Mona Lisa' like 'almost a smile' certainly helps to make and keep his character interesting. Colin Firth plays him so well. I don't know if it was intentional, but the fact that he isn't easy to read at times works perfectly. Every viewer can and should interpret his 'smile' the way they want. There is no right or wrong interpretation, necessarily, since we aren't told the story from his point of view. We'll never know, what he thinks about Elizabeth and her muddy hems....but gosh, is it fun to speculate!

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Isn’t it though? I know I can spend hours analysing all the characters and find joy in seeing how they all develop. Masterful writing for sure.

I didn't comment on the last video, but it's so nice to be able to have a 'conversation' with the person making the video. It's felt like having a cup of tea with you and discussing our favourite film!

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

That’s a nice thing to say. Thank you 🙏 I could spend hours talking and analysing this production. 🙂

Your 1995 P & P content is all fantastic. The period covered by the novel is a particularly challenging season for Darcy. He has shouldered a lot of loss and adopted massive responsibility at a very young age. He has just gone through extreme distress with his teenage sister. At his age, given that he has already inherited, the subtext is that he has been absolutely besieged by socially/financially ambitious women and their Mamas. Plus, he's trapped in a house with either Caroline Bingley or Lady Catherine for much of the story. He's angry, but his character has an astounding amount of societal pressure to remain composed at all times, and while under perpetual surveillance. He adopts a defensive, mistrustful stance in public. Who could blame him? Enter Colin Firth. I have always been incredibly impressed with this portrayal because he has superhuman control of his eyes. Those eyes vacillate between cold, mistrustful, cynical to vulnerable, amused, impressed or smitten...often within one scene and while barely altering his facial expression. Consider focusing strictly on his remarkable eye acting on your next viewing!

@TudorSmith

4 ай бұрын

That would make for a great video. I’ll have to get my thinking cap on 👍

When Lizzy says her feelings are quite the opposite the look on Darcy's face says "Thank you God. She wants me as I want her." He was relieved because he was afraid she might turn him down again, although deep down I think by this point he knew she loved him back, but... he was still clearly a ball of nerves and her admission of love lifted a weight off of him instantly. He breathed a sigh of sweet relief. Darcy is a stoic, masculine man but he's a sweetheart deep down and Lizzy has his heart.

AT 3:55 you mention that Darch has a playful side. I so agree. One thing that has always bothered me about every adaptation i have watched is that the story always ends with the weddings. I wish some director could please, please find a way to incorporate Lizzie's description of how Darcy came to tolerate her mother, how her father became a regular visitor and there were just some funny insights into how he 'lightened up' a bit with her influence and info about Jane and Charles and Lydia and Wickham. I love the musing at the end.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Having made my video, I can actually see that side of Darcy more. It makes me see such a different side of the character other than a dark brooding man.

I also love Darcy enjoying watching Lizzie dancing with Mr Collins. I think he sees the humor in it.

Hi Tudor. Great video! Yes, the revealing of Darcy's true good nature that eventually makes Elizabeth "the happiest creature in the world" has to be subtle. We are borne along the same journey of discovery as Elizabeth. Her prejudice (as third-person omniscient narrator) has to be OUR prejudice. That is why, to me, P&P is such a masterpiece and the balance is so delicate and deft. Elizabeth (and the reader) uncovers what has been there all along. When she speaks to Wickham after her visit with Mrs Collins where she reads the revelations contained in Darcy's letter, Elizabeth tells Wickham that "Mr Darcy improves on acquaintance...that, from knowing him better, his disposition was better understood". Of course, Darcy hasn't yet performed the great act of bringing about Lydia's marriage, but already Elizabeth is softening towards him. Not that Darcy is perfect. The novel is about growth and change, and the good effect that each one has on the other. Have you read Colin Firth's own assessment of Darcy's character in the book "The Making of Pride and Prejudice"? He has great insight, and it was this perception that enabled him to portray Darcy so well, in my opinion. He concludes (best to read it yourself) that Darcy's "failing is foolish, superficial, social snobbery". Paraphrasing here now, but Darcy has had good values instilled in him, but ignorantly believes he will encounter nothing but barbarianism outside his own social circle. When he falls in love with a "barbarian", he realizes "that she is at least his equal, if not his superior, in terms of wit, intellectual agility, and personal dignity." Elizabeth profoundly challenges his old prejudices. I really urge you to read it if you haven't done so already. Firth's description of how he approached the first proposal scene is particularly interesting. Look forward to future videos.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Thank you for that wonderful comment. It must take an actor and extra special skill to be able to "pull out" the depth of a character just from reading text. Colin pulls it of admirably! In fact all the cast really deliver so well and to the point that we the viewers can really believe we like or loathe a character just from the actor's portrayal. One commenter made a point of saying how much they disliked Alison Steadman's Mrs. Bennet. But that's the skill of Alison Steadman I guess!

@supergran1000

7 ай бұрын

@@TudorSmith I quite agree about Colin Firth. He tried very hard to understand Darcy and to really inhabit the character. That was so important because Darcy is an enigma until some way through the book, and all that's going on inside him is not apparent from the outside. When we eventually get to know him, we can look back and retrospectively see the clues that were there all along. Firth understood all that, so betrays those "clues" in the subtle ways that your video demonstrates. But Firth couldn't have done that so successfully if he hadn't "got" Darcy's character and inhabited it so well. I greatly admire his portrayal. I love Andrew Davies' writing, but I take issue with him on one thing: he shouldn't have shown Darcy rushing off to London searching for Lydia UNTIL Elizabeth learns of it from Lydia and Mrs Gardiner. This upset the delicate balance that Austen builds into the book. I know there are some scenes where Elizabeth isn't present, and the reader gets special insight, but this isn't one of them. Still, no matter. I know what some critics mean about Alison's Mrs Bennet. She is shrill and over-the-top, but I think this is in keeping with 1995 generally. It went for a more comedic, larger-than-life approach, which I liked. I have enormous sympathy for Mrs Bennet, being a mother. And even a stopped clock is right twice a day! Mr Bennet, on the other hand, whom everybody loves, is quite a culpable character I think. Neglectful, cruel at times, openly mocking his wife and drawing Elizabeth in as an accomplice. But that's another story! Don't get me started! Lol.

Yeah, I know this comes from an American but I feel very strongly about the analysis of one scene. The one when Darcy is walking down the corridor. You said he was feeling victorious over Caroline. No! He had set her straight that's for sure, but his return to the music room was to relive the connection with Elizabeth. To feast his eyes on the woman he loves.

@TudorSmith

6 ай бұрын

Indeed. I address this in my other video about Darcy’s gentle side 👍

I just wish there had been one more movie with this crew,…..it would be SO WONDERFUL!!!!!🤠💋💋💋💋💋💋

Each of the characters? Yes please!!

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Now there’s a happy thought indeed 🙂

One of the purest joys of this version (for me, the ONLY one) of "Pride And Prejudice" is watching, with fascination, the intricate subtleties of Colin Firth's superlative performance as Mr Darcy. You have to pay attention, you have to watch him with care, or you might miss something.....something very important in what's going on, you have to learn to read him, to really see him, to understand him. In the intricate code of behavior in that society, in its time, there is so very much that you have to read, and try to understand, and it amazes me in its subtle complexities. For me, Colin Firth's Darcy is the one, the only, the very best of them all. I just got the fully restored bluray edition of this production, and it is one of the true jewels of my film collection. You have to pay attention in watching it, you have to understand what's happening, you have to come to know these wonderful characters, their time, their culture, their social rules, their ways, and use that framework to truly appreciate and understand these fascinating characters, what's going on. I love the book, I love this production of it. For me, there is no other. Thank you!

11:00 Perhaps the slight glimmer of a smile in Mr. Darcy's mouth and eyes at seeing Mr. Collins' ineptitude during the dance is because he is thinking: "Aha! No competition for me!" Just one of many possibilities! :)

@TudorSmith

2 ай бұрын

Yes that’s highly possible.

"I might wonder why with so little effort at civility I'm rejected" had me laughing out loud xD

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

🤣

Lovely videos, thank you so much for making them. Pride & Prejudice is one of my favourite novels, and the 1995 adaptation is, in my eyes, the best by far. About Mr. Darcy's smile at Lizzy's misfortune with Mr. Collins as a dance partner during the ball the Netherfield: I always thought he was comparing himself to Mr. Collins, perhaps thinking "I don't like to dance, but at least I *can* dance". And he knows she enjoys teasing and being witty, so he's enjoying the irony of seeing her stuck in a ridiculous condition from which her wits cannot save her. Moreover, Elizabeth usually chides Mr. Darcy for being proud and uncivil - but now she's showing her exasperation towards Mr. Collins for being an undeserving dance partner and company. Darcy may well be thinking "Who's the proud one now?" Delightful irony of this scene, and a small victory for him. Thank you again for these wonderful analyses, I love revisiting this wonderful story and series.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

I like your analysis. Spot on 👍

@piratefrenchey6222

7 ай бұрын

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Glad you brought up that unsatisfactory awkward kiss! Every time I see it I imagine a director saying, "Right! Slowly, slowly - remember the whole series has been building up to this moment!" while Ehle and Firth desperately battle the shaking of the carriage. In my opinion, it was a near fail of a scene and definitely could have been better produced.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

A missed opportunity?

@user-bv9no1nq3b

5 ай бұрын

Каков же должен был быть поцелуй Дарси Элизабет?! Дарси большую часть сериала был неловким в отношениях с людьми. Каков его романтический опыт с женщинами, предположу, что незначительный.Что ожидать в таком случае, конечно, ещё и шляпа, и тряска в карете не могут способствовать. Итог, считаю этот поцелуй вполне соответствовал и характерам героев и месту, где он случился.

Yes I agree that Darcy is repressing a smile when Elizabeth arrives on foot. Funny!

Really interesting insight of Mr Darcy. If you do one on Elizabeth, it would be interesting if you took a deep dive in how she express so much of her feelings through her eyes. I've only watched the series twice, but noticed already first time how the Elizabeth really speaks with her eyes as well as the rest of the dialog. Like for example when Mr Darcy talks with Mr and Mrs Gardiner after being introduced. You see so well the surprise and confusion in her eyes. Jennifer Ehle does a marvelous job playing Lizzy.

At this point, I have no idea how many times I have watched this BBC series. With each viewing I seem to catch new details that simply add to the experience as a whole. Like many, the series has become somewhat of a comfort watch for me. Seeing someone else catch those subtle glances, details, and minute changes in each facial expression gives me a sense of happiness, as if I am watching with a friend who is paying just as much attention as I am. It is rare that I find anyone willing to watch the 2005 adaptation with me, let alone the full BBC series! It is rarely covered in the grand scheme of reaction and analysis videos on KZread, so to find someone who loves the series as much as I do, enough to take the time to make videos such as you have, frankly it covers a sorely overlooked section of media and I have very much enjoyed your videos on the subject. Thank you for making these and I hope you continue to do so. Many thanks and well wishes from a fellow Austen and 1995 BBC P&P fan!

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@supergran1000

7 ай бұрын

I'll rabbit away about P&P till the cows come home, if people will indulge me. 🤣

Ah, love these insights, it's like chatting with a true fan 😊 I've always thought that Darcy is a caring character but socially uncomfortable (as opposed to awkward). It's enjoyable to revisit my favourite adaptation through your eyes.

@TudorSmith

6 ай бұрын

After making my video, I definitly see that caring side of the character. Maybe it's Colin Firths interpretation and the way he delivers his acting skills that make it so for me.

Darcy's smile when watching Mr Collins' awkward missteps in the dance is, I think, his recognition that Elizabeth is a lady, in every sense of the word. She does not show annoyance or irritation, doe not act against Mr Collins, but rather smooths over the situation and gracefully gets him back on track--an exemplar of what the mistress of Pemberley would most certainly do, is it not?

@bluumz-n-veg

7 ай бұрын

I respectfully disagree. To me, Darcy is a little amused at Lizzie being stuck dancing with a man who is obviously a bit of an oaf. And Lizzie does seem to be uncomfortably self-conscious about what she believes Darcy/others must be thinking of the situation, and rather tersely instructs her partner, "Other way, Mr Collins!" The book makes it clear that dancing with Mr Collins was mortifying and distressful for Lizzie: "The two first dances, however, brought a return of distress: they were dances of mortification. Mr. Collins, awkward and solemn, apologizing instead of attending, and often moving wrong without being aware of it, gave her all the shame and misery which a disagreeable partner for a couple of dances can give." I think the movie plays up the irritation and embarrassment, rather than smooths it over.

Thank you for doing another video! To me this one is all about the brilliance of Colin Firth. The guy moves maybe three facial muscles throughout the entire movie, yet he conveys disdain, astonishment, affection and more. (He never smiles until he's married!) He shows a very intelligent understanding of the book/script, and a truly professional desire to portray the innermost thoughts & feelings of his character. I have a low estimation of the intelligence of many actors, who would not be capable of Firth's subtlety. PS That kiss is a disaster! Since they clearly did not want to show any real kissing (maybe it would not have occurred?), they should have ended just before it.

@TudorSmith

6 ай бұрын

You’re absolutely right on both counts 👍

Such a comfort to learn others are as obsessed with all this as I am. 😊

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Happy thought indeed 🙂

I have always thought that Elizabeth not telling her father about Darcys involvement in the Lydia/Wickham thing, is out of respect for Darcys "pride" and his position in society.He seems to be an introvert, and Mr Bennett is a good man, but never misses the opportunity to tease and provoke his wife. I think that Elizabeth knows that if she tells her father, he will eventually tell mrs Bennett. Witch will lead mrs Bennett to gossip to everyone and suck up to Darcy, witch he would hate. It would also be a constant reminder of Elizabeths "unfortunate family morals". Best do everything to keep this from Mrs Bennett, and let it be forgotten

Ah yes, the "Can you not?"... Mrs Gardiner knew all along 🙂

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

That’s what I’ve always assumed 👍

@cindytaylor5457

7 ай бұрын

Everyone needs an Aunt Gardiner in their lives!

Elizabeth is one of the few people that does not constantly busy herself with trying to cheer up Mr. Darcy. I believe it's her negative disposition that allows him to let his gentle side come out. And clearly she is not after his fortune.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Indeed. Elizabeth would marry for love, not money. She would be very happy to take a man who would love her enough to take her for a mere £50 a year. She would be very well pleased! Of course such a man could hardly be sensible and she could never marry a man who was out of his wits 😂

I have no idea how many times I have watches this version of P&P, (at least twice a year since 1995), but I notice something new each time.

I think the scene when she didn’t go to rosings as for “headache”and he went to check on her. How he was genuinely caring

PS from Rachel S: men who think women fall for Firth at the swimming scene have a point😄- but for the most part, we fall hard for 1) Darcy’s ability to listen to, and heed, heated criticism from a woman; 2) his innate principles; 3) his empathy; and 4) Firth’s total embodiment of those qualities.

@user-fd2vk6ml7w

3 ай бұрын

And his intelligence, 'improved by extensive reading'😏

It seems to me that Darcy has been talking about Elizabeth to his relatives. When Colonel Fitzwilliam first shows up at Rosings he says to Elizabeth "I get to meet you at last. I've heard much of you..." and then when she first meets Georgiana, Georgiana says "My brother says he has rarely heard anything that gave him more pleasure" (than the singing and playing of Elizabeth). I think this is another insight into his gentle side - he has been talking about her. I iike this side of Darcy. On a totally different thought - has anyone noticed the ring that Darcy wears and is there any significance? He tends to play with it. thanks.

@TudorSmith

2 ай бұрын

Now that you mention it, the script does imply that Darcy has at least been talking about Elizabeth to both Colonel Fitzwilliam and Georgiana!

@MsOlikk

23 күн бұрын

It's a signet ring, which is historically men wore on a pinky finger, which was used to make a wax seal, usually contains a family crest or personal crest. Now I know some people wear the to show what university they attended or as an ornament. This is from Google: "Historically, donning a signet ring was a mark of prestige and authority. It signified familial lineage, social status, and identity in official correspondence".

I loved this series and agree it’s the best P&P adaption ever, but what a disappointing final episode! Not only were we robbed of Mrs Bennet’s reaction to Lizzie’s engagement, but also the delicious scenes when Darcy and Bingley have returned to Netherfield and are invited to dinner at Longbourne. After such a delightful feast of a series, I felt seriously cheated at the omission of my favourite scenes from the book!

@tinaderakhshan8028

7 ай бұрын

And ..chapter 60 with that masterpeace brilliant qoat "A man who had felt less, might.". with the voice of Colin Frith. 😢

Thank you for your videos ! I’m also a big fan of Pride and prejudice (the book) and of course of the 1995 version. I have a comment on Darcy’s behaviour that shows, for me, the acting talent of Firth : when he is uncomfortable with Lizzie (trying to be amiable), he plays with his ring. It happens at least twice : when he comes to discuss with her when she is playing the piano while talking to Fitzgerald, and when he asks if he can introduce his sister to her in the park of Pemberley. I think this detail is important because we can feel that he has to occupy his hands with something because he is so nervous. Ps : I’m sorry if there are mistakes in my post, I’m French and far from being fluent in English ! I have read the book both in French and in English and I like so much the English accent of Firth and Ehle (never watch it in another language!)

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Your English is very good. Better than my school boy French 🤣 Yes the ring. He does use it as a soothing security I think.

@piratefrenchey6222

7 ай бұрын

Interesting that in the recent adaptation of Sanditon Alexander Colbourne also fiddles with his signet ring. An homage to Darcy, perhaps?

Re. Darcy & Bingley discussing their respective view of the world, you are RIGHT ON TARGET sir! I caught that little smile of Darcy's at the end of his observation of Bingley! What a crafty player Darcy is!

Here's my take on the picture gallery scene. Darcy is fairly self-confident in the circle of his close acquiantances (the Bingleys) and - as an intelligent guy - surely he must have figured out where Caroline's pestering flattery and teasing tended to. And even if he haven't, if you're constantly flattered by someone, you kind of feel you have the upper hand, and thus no great satisfaction can be drawn from flooring them. That's why I'm inclined to believe he's simply having a solitary reverie of how well the day passed. And hell how justified it is, having received such a gaze from such a woman! Great stuff Tudor - hope to see more coming! Had my observations of finer details too that I'd love to see commented by you, e.g.: - Lizzy damping her cuff in the plate while dining with the Gardinders - Georgiana's admiration of Lizzy - Lizzy's very brief inquring glance as Miss Darcy says she'd like to have a sister - Servant's glance of awe and admiration while admitting Darcy into the room at the inn - Darcy gently stroking Lizzy's arm while comforting her - Darcy shaking off the memory of Wickham's plot while receiving the bad news from Lizzy - Jane calming Lizzy down as Mr Collins is preaching over Lydia's elopement - Possibly Jennifer's genuine surprise at the sudden tug of the carriage as they drive off from the church

Such a lovely video!! I have picked up some of these but not all. Colin Firth really did such a great job.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

I totally agree! Well, not that my video is great 🤣 That Colin Firth did a great job 👏

@maryhamric

7 ай бұрын

@@TudorSmith aww your video was awesome! Love your vids on P&P. Ever thought about branching out to other adaptations like S&S or Emma?

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

They could make for interesting videos I’m sure. I just feel I have an adequate knowledge to do them justice. I’ve seen them once each (unlike the countless times I’ve watched P&P) so I’d be clutching at straws to talk about them 🤣

@maryhamric

7 ай бұрын

@@TudorSmith Gotcha. Well, these are completely enjoyable!! Keep up the great work!

I think when Mr. Collin's makes his faux pas Darcy is simply a human being enjoying a few moments of observing absurdity. Mr. Collins is a bit of an oaf. I think Darcy's smile was not so much laughing AT him as simply caught by the moment, an omg smile...and a bit of realization that Lizzie was mortified and i see his smile as also a bit of a twinkle.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

I reckon you might just be right.

More amazing P&P content! I am loving this. Colin Firth's subtle brand of acting is perfect for a character who is mostly so reserved. Those little glimmers of smiles feel so well deserved and exciting when they do happen. I would love to see a video on Jennifer Ehle's performance. Her expressions always make me laugh. They are always so relatable!

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

I’m glad you’re tagging along. A video on Elizabeth (Jennifer Ehle) might be just the ticket 👍

Thank you Tudor for this. My wife and I love Pride & Prejudice. The acting is awesome.

@TudorSmith

6 ай бұрын

Yes I agree. I never get tired of this adaptation. Every episode of the six part series is a joy to watch.

I absolutely agree that Darcy’s character is not one of severe pomposity. I think that particular prize goes to Mr Collins. Most of Darcy’s true thoughts and feelings are portrayed through his facial expressions & gestures, what he says, I feel, reveals very little about his true character. I love your videos, please keep them coming.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Ah yes. The pompous Mr Collins. Let’s reserve all pomposity for him 🤣

The 1995 version is the best. There are more than just one reason why. It is the longest version and because of that they were able to place more scenes into the movie from the book. They really did a great job of reproducing the time period, cloths, dances, food, buildings, accents, etc.. The actors were unknown at the time (at least here in America) so your mind wasnt placing them in any other movie. You could get completely absorbed into the movie. It was well done all the way around and thats why people are still talking about it today. Its a shame that books arent made into movies like this one. They should be made into how ever long it takes without filler. No set time ending. It ends when the story is done. JMO.

@nuraykalis7284

7 ай бұрын

Yep, take the time to tell the story, not a summary of a good novel.

I still find it interesting how Darcy races to change from the swim in order to catch Elizabeth before she leaves and his manner is so sweet to her - surely it is only a few days since she has told him that she would not consider his proposal if he was the last man on earth! He really did take what she said to heart! His pride was exposed and he didn't like what he saw. I find that scene at the carriage and as they walk around the grounds at Pemberley to be the most tender. Thanks for that hint about the thumb rub! It's there for sure. I love it that she turns in the carriage and looks at him as they leave. And then the scene where she sings and plays - she sings a love song, right? So great.

@LuLeMen

4 ай бұрын

it wasn't days, it was months if you read the book I believe

@clairesutton9083

3 ай бұрын

Yes, right.@@LuLeMen

@lilianakarapas9112

3 ай бұрын

The rush to get back to Elizabeth showed how keen he was to spend time & make a good impression on Elizabeth.

This was such a lovely video essay. The more times you watch P&P '95, the more you catch those warm/tender moments of Darcy. The man is not supposed to be easy to read, especially not for Lizzy, so those enigmatic smiles fit perfectly. The other little scene where we see it is when Darcy spots Lizzy playing with his big dog down on the lawn at Netherfield after he comes out of the bath. It's reminiscent of his small smile when he first runs into her when she shows up at Netherfield, windblown and mud-covered. It's been noted that there are 9 instances of Darcy smiling in the book, and almost always it's in response to something Lizzy has said or done. And here's what the book says about her thoughts when she sees his portrait at Pemberly: "...and she beheld a striking resemblance to Mr. Darcy, with such a smile over the face as she remembered to have sometimes seen when he looked at her."

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

It's been such a long time since I've actually read it that I'd forgotten about any instances of Darcy smiling. I'm definitely going to have to give it a re-read. Maybe also do a video comparing the book to the '95 version. Interesting.....

One of my favorite Darcy tender moments is during Darcy, Georgiana, and Bingley’s visit to the Inn at Lambton. Lizzy is talking to Bingley and Georgiana steps away to talk to Darcy. The way Darcy tilts his head towards his sister and the tender look on his face tells the beautiful and complete love he has for her.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

It’s interesting isn’t it how all those subtle acting parts that are carried out in the background are still so important to telling the story. I tend to watch Mr & Mrs Gardiner whenever they are on screen as they have some wonderfully interacted parts too.

@clareshoup9095

7 ай бұрын

I’ll have to pay attention particularly to the Gardiners next time I watch. I’ve noticed some of their looks and glances before but I’ve never particularly looked out for it. I know some people complain that Mrs. Gardiner is cast too old, but her acting is so superb I still feel like she nails the part.

I agree that Darcy is suppressing a smile when Elizabeth has walked to Netherfied.

In this adaptation we are allowed to see as an audience for the first time a more realistic interpretation of Darcy's character. He is clearly attracted to Elizabeth firstly as a woman but as he spends more time in her company he realizes she has an intellect and humor equal to his own. Colin and also Jennifer can say more with a look and facial expression than words could ever express. The direction and screenplay in this adaptation are nothing short of perfection. A bit of a tangent but there's a clip where Lizzie is out for a walk and she stops to look at some birds flying away from her. For me was put in to suggest to us the audience that she has a longing to leave her home and find another life for herself. It's very cleverly done and I believe a very important little scene in telling of the story and what she's thinking. Again Tudor thanks again for your interesting incites. Keep up the good work.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Oh I missed that clip of Lizzy looking at the birds. It would indeed reveal a side of her character!

@marinaguilherme8042

7 ай бұрын

This interpretation of birds flying is very interesting. Just like when they both walk together at Pemberley and the ribbons on Lizzy's bonnet almost seem to want to hug Mr Darcy. I believe that this movement was intentional, to convey to us that this was also Lizzy's desire at that moment. There are several moments like this that delight us every time we watch an episode of the series, in my opinion.

The ball at Netherfield. Again sir, I believe you've scored another direct hit. If I were Darcy I would have burst out in hoots of laughter! Darcy, more gentlemanly than I, restrains himself admirably with the slightest of smiles.

@TudorSmith

6 ай бұрын

And when you see Colin Firth deliver that subtle smile and shake of his head, it helps to see the character has amiable right from the offset. It’s almost like you’d be rooting for him right from the start and trying to get all the other characters to understand what you already perceive. I think the next time I rewatch the series that’s what I’ll be doing 🙂

Thanks Tudor, i never get tired of the 1995 version of P&P. I remember the housekeeper of Pemberley praising Mr Darcy as being kind and the best master and landlord and at the same time describing Wickham as "very wild indeed i'm afraid". Could this be the first time Lizzy heard something positive about Mr Darcy and negative about Wickham? /Greetings from Sweden

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

I think Lizzy had already heard Darcy’s account of Wickham from his letter to her after the proposal. But having visited Pemberley and then hearing the housekeeped give her description of Darcy then is starts to make Elizabeth see Darcy in a new light. Doesn’t the housekeeper say something like “I’ve always observed that they who are good natured as children, are good natured when they grow up” - something like that?

@downtherabbithole1353

7 ай бұрын

@@TudorSmith Yes, those were her exact words, i checked after watching your video which pointed out details i have not noticed before, great work☺

I love these videos. I believe that scene where he and the dogs are walking down the hall he is thinking he is finally getting somewhere with Lizzie. He knows she actually does like him for the first time but it also is that he basically got rid of the nasty sister to his friend. Kind of what you said AND the fact that things are going his way with Lizzie. Anyway I absolutely love this series. Won't watch any other of Pride and Prejudice this is by far the best and so rewatchable.

@TudorSmith

4 ай бұрын

This version seems to me to be the truest adaptation. I may be wrong of course but it brings the story to life for me 👍

@lilianakarapas9112

3 ай бұрын

I too prefer this adaptation compared to the Keira Knightley movie where I found myself irritated rather than amused by the other sisters@@TudorSmith

On re-watching this marvellous series more recently I have also looked for signs that Darcy isn't only the proud and reserved man he appears to be in the first half. It struck me that part of the reason for his behaviour is that Wickham's designs were in the recent past and with Wickham in the vicinity Darcy was reminded of this painful episode. Not something to make him want to be the life and soul of the party!

I really enjoyed your look at the 1995 adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. I wondered if you might be interested in looking at the 1995 adaptation of Persuasion in the same depth? Whilst the film comprises somewhat in the telling of the story (primarily in relation to Mr Elliot’s behaviour) the casting is exceptional. Corin Redgrave and Sophie Thompson providing stand out performances in what is already a stellar cast. As for Pride and Prejudice, I love the focus on the humour and societal commentary so evident in Jane Austen’s books. Thanks again for the videos.

@minimaker5600

4 ай бұрын

I second the request for a closer look at Persuasion. I chuckle each time I see Corin Redgrave pick up his knife to check his reflection and Sophie Thompson pleading how ill she's been while polishing off a substantial breakfast. And the letter that starts "you pierce my soul" is heart wrenching. It fights for first place in my affections with P&P.

I’ve always thought that when Darcy watches Fitzwilliam and Lizzy at the piano, he’s feeling jealous because he’s not the one she’s spending time with with

@lilianakarapas9112

3 ай бұрын

He certainly is enjoying seeing Lizzy again.

@zvezdoblyat

8 күн бұрын

I've always felt that the colonel liked her. He certainly seems more unhappy at the wedding than Caroline does?

Mr Darcy is a person who most of the time has a serious countenance. However, I see him as a person who is very close to his friends. This can be seen in the relationship he establishes with Mr Bingley, they are quite different but Mr Darcy manages the differences in their behaviour very well. His upbringing doesn't allow him to tell Miss Bingley what he really thinks of her and her sharp comments about Lizzy, for example. I've seen this series many times and re-watched the special scenes a lot, so perhaps I had already noticed almost all of these details about Mr Darcy that this video highlights in such an extraordinary way. I found it very interesting to see the different interpretations that fans like me gave to his smile as he walked through the hall at Pemberley, after having received Lizzy and her aunt and uncle that afternoon. I always thought that the expression on his face simply reflected his happiness at realising that Miss Bennett was more receptive to his presence and conviviality. But it's interesting to realise that there may be other reasons for that mysterious smile. In my opinion, this series is so special which justifies the fact that almost 30 years after it first aired, it still encourages a legion of fans to comment and watch these videos with total enthusiasm. I'm a fan of this channel, I really empathise with the topics and the way they are presented. You can note that it's made by a true fan. Cheers !

Hi! First of all, thank you for your videos! I discovered them only a few days ago and it made me want to watch the 1995 series all over again! Regarding Darcy's gentle and playful behaviour towards Bingley, I always saw it as him acting like an older brother rather than a friend. Darcy enjoys Bingley's happiness and I think there's fondness in the way he smiles at Bingley during the ball scene or when he playfully banters with him later on. From what I remember, Bingley is a few years younger than Darcy and they've been friends for long enough to be comfortable with each other, so Darcy must've known Bingley when he was still young, therefore his affection for Bingley, at least at the beginning, is not the one you share with a friend that you see as an equal, but rather one that you'd have for someone younger that you care for and want to look after. In that regard, the evolution of their relationship makes sense: Darcy gradually learns to see Bingley as a grown man capable of making his own decisions, rather than a child he needs to protect from the world. I'd go further and say this original behaviour towards Bingley could have played a part in Caroline's illusion that she understands Darcy's character. They both tried to keep Bingley from making unwise decisions and reprimanded his naivety, but Caroline failed to realize that, contrary to her, Darcy wasn't doing it solely because he didn't want his party or family to be affiliated with the aftermath of Bingley's poor decisions, but rather because he genuinely thought those decisions could be dangerous for his friend. Caroline didn't care for her brother's happiness, while I think Darcy did, but was blinded by his own vision of what happiness must be. But from Caroline's point of view, she perceived Darcy's action as similar to hers and concluded that they had similar motives. It must have encouraged her affection for him and her hopes that he might like her. Later, when Lizzie literally roasts him alive and he has to reflect on himself, he starts to change the way he sees everything, including his friend Bingley. He realises that Bingley is not the child he met years ago, but a young man who needs and deserve to have his opinions and choices respected. I'm sure Darcy would never cease to look after and advise Bingley, but just like an older sibling learns to do when the younger ones grow up, he would leave more space for Bingley to grow and be his own person. I'd like to add that Darcy was probably comforted in his choice of keeping Bingley and Jane apart because, only a few years back, he saved his own younger sister from ending up in Wickham's claws, and I think in his head it comforted him into thinking he knew how to protect the people he cares for. He failed to realise, however, that the situation was completely different regarding the feelings shared by Bingley and Jane, and that Bingley is not a 15yo girl lol. Well, that's just my opinion! Nice video again, and see ya! =D

@TudorSmith

4 ай бұрын

What a lovely addition to the comments section. I love your analysis. It’s so spot on and helps me/us to see a clearer motivation for Darcy’s action.

@lilianakarapas9112

3 ай бұрын

Yes, watching 3 different videos made me bring out my old DVD and even buy an updated film 25-year anniversary DVD.

@barbaragalligan970

3 ай бұрын

That’s a very good analysis and something I haven’t thought of before. Thank you.

Again, wonderful! These tiny calm details make this adaptation so special. The guessing of the thoughts behind each face are making the screen play so interesting. Not like all these movies that reveal every emotion in a huge gestic and expression and shut out.

@TudorSmith

6 ай бұрын

Don’t you hate it when the characters tell you what they’re about to do, do it, then tell you what they’ve done. C’mon, we’re not simpletons 🤣 It’s so much more intriguing when an actor applies subtleties I think.

In the netherlands we say "ogen zijn de vensters van de ziel" (eyes ar the windows of the soul) and Darcy speaks whit his eyes

@TudorSmith

Ай бұрын

Yes, and that’s why when you have a conversation with someone, you must keep eye contact.

Elizabeth & Darcy BOTH were perfection in every way with their parts. I have seen them all and NONE can compare to this Darcy. And then when I looked at Elizabeth I noticed her fine eyes in real life. And no one has them but her. Those eyes make her stand out. I do believe with all my heart that the reason why this particular story appeals to everyone during this age is because the world around us has almost no lingering understanding, or feelings, or emtions from a period of time where men were real men, and women were real women. Colin Firth was at the prime of his career & he could have in his future picked more films along the lines of character instead of some of the taudry sort of sexual films that he did wind up making. He had a tremendous power of presence at the time of this movie that you rarely see any man have I have only seen it within two men. Charlton Heston, and Kevin Cosner and Clint Eastwood. It is an inner possession of a REALman. Although all their movies did not portray that I felt a loss with Mr. Firth because I never really could find the man in any other film. You have a great understanding, and I enjoy your accent. I have always loved to hear people speak the way that you do. Some may be foolish enough to think that you are silly. But there are more that realize there is a definate reason the GOOD LORD has you looking into this. CHARACTER is so rare much less having someone able to percieve it. Being 80 I have watched the decline of real men and real women into what Hollywood made them. Few survive it unscathed. I prayed for Colin Firth that he find what is missing. A lot of men ENJOY being a hero etc. that they become that in real life. He needed to keep integrty in his choices to build his. It isn't too late you know.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

He has some fine work under his belt.

In the scene where he is needling Bingley a bit I also enjoyed when one of the sisters bantered to Darcey smilingly, "You see, we are not afraid of you." The softening of his face when he says gently "I would not have you so." I really appreciated that.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Yes that scene is another that shows Darcy has kindness in him and is not considered standoffish (if I can use that word) around those who are close to him.

Thank you for another wonderful video. May we please have a watch party and we can all watch the series again together?

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Now wouldn’t a watch party be a great idea. We could all join a ZOOM meeting or something.

@abbynormal4740

7 ай бұрын

How about doing a YT livestream watch party? Then it also could be re-posted later for anyone who wants to watch it again or had to miss the live. 😀

That kiss....I watch programme about the making of PP 1995. Due to filming at locations they filmed it backwards. The first senses filmed were the weddings. They'd been on set a couple of days and new to working together when they film the wedding and have the kiss ❤

Just watching this makes my heart sing! What fine acting! Keep reviewing please!

Brilliantly done…. I am forwarding these to my Mother and sister…after my entire family was delighted to watch the original series in 1995 🤗

@TudorSmith

5 ай бұрын

Thanks very much. I hope they like it too!

I’d like to go back and do a review of Mr Wickham. The more and more I think about the story - I wonder if Mr Wickham had a notion Darcy fancied Elizabeth so he charmed her to needle Darcy. Since Wickham had grown up with Darcy - he could probably read him better than everyone else. Was he clever (sociopathic?) enough to figure Darcy would intervene and save him from his debts if he ran away with Lydia? 🤔

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Oo you’re making some interesting points. They could be construed in a number of different way. I may have to do a little digging 👍

@mummydearest3690

7 ай бұрын

I have always thought that Wickham ran away with Lydia for that reason.

@Emicasi

7 ай бұрын

I’ve always thought this, maybe at first Wickham was just having a flirt with Elizabeth, and enjoyed gaining her sympathy and turning her even more against Darcy, but once Elizabeth returned from visiting the Collins’ / Rosings, and revealed to have gained a better understanding of Darcy, Wickham knew there was something between Elizabeth and Darcy and that she might be on to him. Wickham knew that ruining Lydia’s reputation would also ruin Darcy’s chance to be with Elizabeth. The fact that Darcy was willing to pay him off to marry Lydia probably didn’t occur to Wickham, but was an offer too good to refuse given his financial situation.

@kelseymomo1219

7 ай бұрын

I don’t give Wickham enough foresight to have run away with Lydia expecting to be paid off. He just wanted a fun time before he ran off to France to try to find a rich wife. He didn’t care about Lydia and she was the only one silly enough to run off with him- and stay with him with they didn’t immediately get married.

After watching the scene again recently where Darcy gives Lizzie his letter, it would make sense to me for Charlotte's younger sister, Maria ("Mariah"), to end up with Col. Fitzwilliam. That came to me after seeing Maria tell Lizzie that the two gentlemen had come to say goodbye and the Colonel had waited for a half hour. I fast forward constantly to all the scenes you mention. I love when they run into each other unexpectedly in Ep. 1 when she walked through all the mud to see Jane and Ep. 6 after he takes a swim. All of their scenes together are magical. And yes, the final scene where they declare their love for each other, in so many words and glances. Great tension. -Kate

Luv your perspective in breaking dwn particular scenes. Your voice is most soothing . Quite charmed 👍

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😀 That's kind of you.

Hi! I'm new to your videos, and I am enjoying them immensely. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and looking into these tiny little details that we who have rewatched this series repeatedly may have missed. I hoped that you would include Darcy's moment of watching Lizzy play with the dog outside. He has such a tender look on his face while he witnesses her playfulness, and I have to add that I love that dog! There's a wonderful moment when Lizzy encounters the dog (a Great Dane maybe?). He barks at her as if to say, "You! Come and play with me!" and Lizzy happily runs after him. The result is Darcy going to the window after his bath and seeing her playing tug of war with a big baby dog who is almost as tall as she is. Keep bringing us more amazing content!

@TudorSmith

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching the videos. I didn’t include the bathroom window/dog scene as I didn’t particularly pick up anything that for me was really telling. But now that you mention it, Colin/Darcy remains motionless as he watches on!

I have seen the 1995 adaptation so many times I cannot count, I discovered it a few years ago after having read the novel many times too in my youth. Both will stay for ever my favourites. I really enjoyed both your videos, they made me discover a few points I had missed. I loved and agree with all your explanations and now I feel I must watch the whole series again... Lucky enough I dont need the french subtitles !

@TudorSmith

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing 🙏 I think I could watch it again, perhaps with an open mind, and still see things I’ve not seen before. You don’t need to have the subtitles on though 🤣

You really have a good eye for details, I miss those 2 scenes in which you mentioned with Darcy and Bingley, since I was enthralled with the whole thing. Now, I too realized Darcy was holding back a smile. Wow, you are really good at this. You are absolutely right. I really love this adaptation, it's one of my favorites of Jane Austen but I don't like the latest version that came out around 2005

@TudorSmith

5 ай бұрын

I guess it’s all about subjective interpretation right, but I’m pretty sure that smile was Colin’s way of showing that Darcy had a side of his character that the other characters didn’t see or know of until they got to know him. When he was at Pemberley with Lizzy & the Gardiners we see him being himself and it takes Lizzy by surprise.

@wilmameijer437

3 ай бұрын

For me Colin Firth is THE Mr Darcy, he is a briliant actor and so is Jennifer Ehle. Bodylanguage and non-verbale convesation makes a film, and they both use that extremely well. But it's actually unfaire to compare this fabulous 1995 tv series to the 2005 big screen adaptation. Collin had 6 episodes of about 50 minutes each to develope his character, and we had equal time to learn and read the character. Matthew MacFaden on the other hand, had to achieve that in just two hours. In the series, the scriptwriter can remain more faithful to the novel; the plots of the storyline and the characters can therefore be deeper devolped.

I watched it again after listening to this vlog. I, like one of your viewers, noticed for the first time his embrace of Georgiana. How I overlooked this is quite odd, but I did. I do realize Firth is a genius at the minimalist communication. However! With his relationship with his sister he is bold. I enjoy you vlog!

I always think when Darcy is going down the corridor at Pemberley that yes, he is reflecting on the recent encounters he has had with Elizabeth, but I feel he is thinking of inviting Lizzy and the Gardiners to stay at Pemberley for the rest of their holiday. I feel this is confirmed when he sets off early the next morning... I don't think he was going to propose again at this particular moment. Just a thought, but I can imagine Darcy in his caring, generous ways wanting to welcome Lizzy and her family to his home to stay - that would really show her how much he has transformed! Also, have you noticed when Bingley and Darcy ride off together from Longbourn (when Bingley comes back to Netherfield and after Lydia's elopement/marriage), that Darcy looks back at Elizabeth? It is a lovely glance and you see Lizzy return the glance too... beautiful 😍

I love all of these little details you pointed out. I had noticed I think all of them before, because I have seen this series way more than anyone should in a lifetime, but I loved your descriptions, and the way you broke down each clip. One thing that I miss from all pnp adaptations (due to the medium) are the descriptions we get in the book of Darcy approaching Lizzie during her walks in Kent. She reflects after receiving his letter that she had grown intimate with his ways, which she found to be guileless. Colin Firth does a great job of portraying this quality, even without those scenes. I like how you brought up his friendship with Bingley. In the book, there are multiple times that bingley and colonel fitzwilliam tease him for being socially stupid. Probably someone more self-important would be angered by this, but Darcy takes it like a champ! Of course, in the end, Lizzie is his primary roaster.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Even after 6 one hour episodes, much was still left out.

Thank you for the insight into the glancing exchange between Darcy and Bingley during the dance. As many times as I’ve watched this series, I still missed that. That’s why this adaptation never gets old for me; there’s always something new to capture.

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

For me, this was the first inclinging into Darcy being less stuffy.

Omigosh I Love your analysis and insights!! I have watched this (my favorite) version forever and love the new light cast by your thoughts! PS Your voice is awesome. Your Hair is awesome. Your general manner is ~~~perfect~~~ for the nuanced discussion of these most-beloved characters!! YES!! please do them all!

@TudorSmith

6 ай бұрын

Yay, thank you! I’ll have to do more.

Okay two thoughts from my end: 1) at the Netherfield ball that little smile of Darcy in seeing Lizzy dance with mr Collins seems to me to kind of mirror of that moment Bingley and Darcy had at the Meryton dance. I think we should remember that Darcy is supposed to be totally clueless to Lizzy's animosity towards him. He is used to women fawning over him constantly and even though Elizabeth certainly doesn't fawn, I don't think it actually really enters his head that any woman could actually hate him as much as Lizzy at that point does. When he proposes to Elizabeth the first time he completely expects her to accept his proposal after all. So my take is - and this makes that scene even more funny in a way - that where Elizabeth is completely vexed by mr Collins, then sees mr Darcy and then thinks 'Oh gods and now HE'S here too!' - At the same time I think mr Darcy might actually interpret that look from Elizabeth as the type of embarassment that results from being embarrassed in front of your crush. Or maybe he thinks 'I've been there my girl' - thinking about other awkward partners he's had to stand up with in the past, that made him dislike dancing with strangers so much, maybe? In any case for him it might feel like the same type of 'look of recognition' that he shared with Bingley earlier at the Meryton dance. And soon afterwards he asks her to dance himself, maybe thinking 'I got your sign girl, I'm here to rescue you!' Of course to Lizzy it's totally different! 😂 2) The late night hall walk at Pemberley was always supposed to have been about him thinking of Lizzy. Not for nothing do we hear the tones of the same song she sang at the piano earlier that night. He probably wakes up the next morning with that song in his head 🥰

@lilianakarapas9112

3 ай бұрын

Maybe that animosity, the strength of character attracted Darcy to Lizzie even more. Whereas it was obvious other women are attracted not just to his power but also his fortune. Here is a woman who was not taking advantage of his wealth. Perfect, he would know she would always be honest but not disingenuous in her feelings for him. He had earned her respect & true love. Jane Austen in all her novels did this in spades. True love always wins. This was her best novel.

I love those analysis being a big fan of the 1995 series ; thank you

@TudorSmith

6 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

You know, I've always wondered what was Darcy going to do in the scene after Caroline remarks about Mr. Wickham? He starts to stand rather suddenly, but what was he about to do? Comfort Georgina? Surely not as this would raise questions?

I’d just like to add that I do like your hair and I do like your voice. 😊 I actually think you’d make a good audiobook reader. Ooo! You should put up a video reading the best bits of Pride & Prejudice! I’d love that! And I l Iike these insights. I’ve always liked the hug with Georgiana. You can tell he’s really thinking about how much this whole affair would hurt her young heart. He just wants her to be happy. I hope you come out with more Pride and Prejudice content!

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

Thank you. Jennifer Ehle beat me to it with reading the book for KZread 🤣 I’m sure I can find some more content ideas for this story!

Melting chocolate fire guard”😄.. priceless, Mr. S. This instalment is chock full of goodies, and so many great comments followed. Thoughts: in his response to Collins & Elizabeth dancing, we see him begin to relax in ball settings & enjoy them. His exchange with Bingley, re: the “misanthrope vs. the pushover”shows Darcy’s affectionate banter; if Bingley had seen his expression, I think he’d have taken note and not heard it literally. Your followup on the scene where Elizabeth walks to Pemberly was spot-on.. your use of the term “cheekiness” can apply to all 3 of these scenes. The commenter who laid out all the demands & challenges of his recent past, & present, did a fine job on important factors; I see his light side as returning, not newly sprouted, in the scenes above. Points that you made re: the surprise visit w/the Gardiners are so endearing! Yes to all😊. The piano scene not only shows burgeoning attraction, but Elizabeth’s increasing perception of his facets. Darcy’s “we don’t perform for strangers” has a parallel in Persuasion: Wentworth agreeing with Anne that she “isn’t a card player”. D is openly speaking TO E about herself, without awkwardness. Many American fans may not grasp the full extent of Darcy’s responsibilty FOR Wickham- how that actually works. D would attempt rescue of any girl that W endangered, no matter his own interest or lack thereof. W resents D’s proprietary obligations, yet takes advantage of them, in equal measure. When D hears Jane’s news from E, he’s beside himself on many counts- Firth was magnificent in that scene. The “2nd proposal”: my take is that Darcy is suffused with deep humble happiness for the first time in his life, and Elizabeth is -briefly- a bit too hard on herself, yet essentially radiant with joy. The kiss: yes, the double wedding & departure was unfairly hasty & awkward..😯decidedly odd when more is due to us viewers. We should have seen supporting players at the nuptials, and the newlyweds themselves; and no one can hold a kiss in a moving carriage! The concept of forward motion is lovely, but poorly executed here. Ehle & Firth belong to a set of actors who can perform wonders with their eyes & their hands (Michael Kitchen & Josette Simon, among others); if those talents don’t come naturally, they’re quite a challenge to acquire. Thanks for these exquisite forays into P&P!!😃😍

I'm ashamed to admit I have never read Pride and Prejudice, nor seen any of several versions made. In fact, it had only come to my attention when I saw a news blurb last week that the shirt Colin Firth wore in the swim scene fetched much more at auction than anticipated. With the article was enclosed a video of said scene which I watched. That was it. I saw that "P & P was being shown on Hulu so I had to check it out. Now I'm hooked and have watched the series, in it's entirely, every day since. I so appreciate your videos because yes, we do miss certain things, especially when someone's eye's (ahem) are usually glued to a certain Mr. Darcy. I do have a differing opinion as to the cause of Darcy's smile at Collin's dance blunder. I assumed he was smiling because he felt that the blunder would lower Mr. Collin's character in Lizzie's eyes, thus retaining his hope that he still had a chance with her. Also, it was endearing to see Mr. Darcy, who originally came off as stern and standoffish, embrace his sister, even cupping her head in his hand, when Wickham was forced to end his relationship with her. Such a great series, I can't wait to watch it again :) Thank you again for your insights.

@TudorSmith

2 ай бұрын

Welcome to the show. Sometimes we only discover things years after the event. I only discovered one of my favourite movies (Local Hero) about 25 years after it had been released! 🤣

Mr. Darcy was suppose to be engaged informally to Miss DeBourg who is sickly and weak and so naturally he fell in love with a young robust woman that liked to walk for miles, she even snipped back at Lady Catherine at will.

@TudorSmith

3 ай бұрын

Was there ever any attraction between Miss De Bourgh and Darcy? Probably not even at an early age 🤭

@lilianakarapas9112

3 ай бұрын

I agree@@TudorSmith

@TM15HAKRN

9 күн бұрын

When they were kids Engaged by Their mothers.... They are oblivious of this..

This series would be so fun to watch with you! ❤

@TudorSmith

6 ай бұрын

Well, at least I wouldn’t be asking “what happens next?” 🤣

Navigating hats when kissing was a real-life challenge in those times. A woman did not have the male option of adjusting or removing her hat, because her hat was tied on; In the 2021 film Emma, we see Robert Martin remove his top hat in order to more easily give his fiancee Harriet, who is wearing a poke bonnet, a passionate kiss. Today's formal millinery is very firmly pinned into the hair, so the modern male-female kissing situation is still the same, it's the man who has to make the adjustment. If you look at photos of the Royal family at Ascot, you will see King Charles remove his top hat when kissing a female royal. The younger generation of royal men tend to just push their top hat back a bit (by lifting the front of the brim) when kissing. And sometimes a man will leave his top hat in place to kiss; but that necessitates a very tilted side kiss, just a peck on the cheek, to avoid hats colliding.

I also think that Mr. Darcy didn’t want anyone to know he was behind saving Lydia’s family’s reputation

I found u a couple of days ago & have been enjoying your posts (i subscribed!). The 1995 p&p has always been my absolute favourite, aptly naming my dogs, 11 yr old mr darcy (stubborn, serious & loyal) & 2 yr old mr Bingley (friendly with a pleasant countenance). Keep up the good work, "My good opinion once lost, is lost forever," (no pressure!) and ignore the Carolines. X

@TudorSmith

7 ай бұрын

I'll try not to lose your good opinion 🤣 Thank you for subscribing.

@suew000

7 ай бұрын

I have a Mr Darcy dog too. He is nearly 11. Named after Colin Firth Mr Darcy.