Question 1

What unusual detail about the film's setting distinguishes it from other adaptations of the novel?

Accepted Answer

The movie is set in 1797, the year Jane Austen wrote the first draft of 'Pride and Prejudice,' unlike most adaptations that set it in 1813 when it was finalized.

Question 2

What behind-the-scenes challenge did Matthew Macfadyen face during a misty morning scene?

Accepted Answer

Matthew Macfadyen has very poor eyesight, so director Joe Wright waved a red flag behind the camera to guide him where to walk in the misty morning shot.

Question 3

What book is Elizabeth Bennet shown reading at the start of the film, and what is its significance?

Accepted Answer

Elizabeth is shown reading a novel titled 'First Impressions,' which was Jane Austen's original title for 'Pride and Prejudice' before she changed it.

Question 4

Which festivals or awards recognized this film in 2005 and 2006?

Accepted Answer

It was recognized at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2005 and received awards from BAFTA, European Film Awards, Golden Globes, London Critics Circle, Academy Awards, and Village Voice Film Poll in 2005-2006.

Question 5

What financial pressure drives the Bennet family's actions in the story?

Accepted Answer

If Mr. Bennet dies, their house will be inherited by a distant cousin they've never met, so the family's future depends on the daughters making good marriages.

Question 6

Why did director Joe Wright initially hesitate to cast Keira Knightley as Elizabeth Bennet?

Accepted Answer

Joe Wright initially thought Keira Knightley was too attractive for the role, but changed his mind upon meeting her and deciding her tomboyish attitude was perfect.

Question 7

What subtle detail connects the opening scene to Jane Austen's original title for the novel?

Accepted Answer

At the start, Elizabeth is shown reading a novel titled 'First Impressions,' which was Austen's original title before changing it to 'Pride and Prejudice.'

Question 8

In what year is this adaptation of 'Pride & Prejudice' set, and why is that unusual?

Accepted Answer

It is set in 1797, the year Austen wrote the first draft, which is unusual as most adaptations set it in 1813 when the novel was revised and finalized.

Question 9

How did a technical mishap during filming lead to a memorable scene in the movie?

Accepted Answer

While editing Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy's first dance, Joe Wright discovered they had captured the entire scene in one take by accident, and that version is in the finished film.

Question 10

What challenge did Matthew Macfadyen face during the misty morning scene, and how was it overcome?

Accepted Answer

Matthew Macfadyen has very poor eyesight, so director Joe Wright waved a red flag behind the camera to guide him on where to walk in the misty morning shot.

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