This sequel is very successful in terms of character, everything Lizzy does on the show is completely in line with Austin's original, and the author even has six years of marriage (as the pemberley hostess). Influence is taken into account. So we see Lizzy as still lively, smart, kind, witty, tolerant, plus today's composure and an approachable majesty built up in Pemberley with her kindness. Then there is Georgiana. The overall image is that of a grown-up young lady who knows how to put personal love before responsibility and responsibility, because of the mistakes she made when she was young; but she is still full of longing for love, because her brother and sister have such a wonderful love. For other people, there is no major change in personality. Lydia and Mrs Bennet are still clueless. Mr Bennet is still the old country gentleman who keeps digging at his wife and daughter, but has a strong interest in books. Although Jane is married as a woman, But still pure, kind, and considerate. (Slightly regret not seeing Mr Bingley)
Then talk about the plot. I was wondering yesterday why the writer chose a homicide as the setting for the story. The final result I can come up with is: married life is ordinary (which is why many writers of love stories, including Austin, choose to stop abruptly after marriage), and there must be some surprises in life. Events can break the peace of married life. There aren't many options to choose from: cheating? The conflict between Darcy and Lizzy's maiden family escalates? The former is too bloody, and it is an insult to two such lovely people; while the latter requires a carrier. So a Pemberley murder became the best opportunity. Because of a dance, all the people who wanted to attend were gathered; a murder case escalated those potential conflicts. And what the audience wants to see, (at least what I want to see), is under these conflicts and disturbances, Darcy and Lizzy from shaking to doubt and then trusting each other again, this is the best sequel to a romance novel. see part.
Lastly, the casting. I never didn't expect the person playing Darcy to look so handsome, even if I love the Colin Firth version of Darcy the most, I never thought he was handsome, I just thought he was very suitable in my heart. Every move Darcy would do. (It's also possible that a face-blind man like me can't tell the difference when British men dress like that.) All I can do is judge by their looks and movements whether they match my Darcy. Likewise, this time, it is also appropriate. The majesty is still the same, a little alienated from everyone, but close to Lizzy. If there must be something bad, it's a little too aggressive and not contained enough.
Anna looks very smart, but with Jennifer's eyes in front, at least in the dimension of aura, she will be severely criticized by people. But I personally think that, except for the lack of aura, other aspects are great. As for the audience who said that it is better to let Lydia play, but I deeply feel that the girl looks superficial. Think of Jennifer, when she looked at Darcy with the corners of her mouth up and her eyes smiling, that kind of gentle, forgiving and smart look, where can I find it!
In addition to these two protagonists, other castings are very successful, and some even succeed in the 95th version, Georgiana is the biggest surprise. Full of yearning for love, but self-sufficient and shy is really good!
This is a really successful continuation. Especially when I saw the way Darcy and Lizzy came to an understanding and looked at each other after every misunderstanding, I knew that the author (and the writer and director) really captured the essence of Austin.
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