Movies of Austen Novels
Has Colin Firth Finally Outrun Darcy?
Colin Firth’s role as George VI in “The King’s Speech” may finally overshadow his role as Mr. Darcy.
New “Emma” Doesn’t Quite Hit the Mark
Lacking chemistry between the leads and uneasily blending tradition and modernity, the 2009 BBC “Emma” falls flat.
Meeting the Austen Challenge
An entertaining selection of Austen-related books or movies I read or viewed between July 2009 and January 2010.
Challenge Yourself with Everything Austen
Been meaning to read Sense and Sensibility or Mr. Darcy’s Diary? Never did get around to seeing the movie “Mansfield Park”? Well, here’s your chance to catch up on all things Austen, and maybe win a prize in the process. The blog Stephanie’s Written Word has announced the Everything Austen Challenge. Between July 1, 2009 [...]
Jane Austen Popular as Ever with Filmmakers
Jane Austen is still hot with filmmakers, with new versions of “Emma,” “Lost in Austen,” and “Pride and Prejudice” in the works.
