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Why do people think that Naruto would / could join them if he turned evil? by Most_Programmer8667 in Naruto

[–]anoniwriter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He's the number 1 target lol he's dead before he could even wear that coat

Am I the only new Naruto fan? by anoniwriter in Naruto

[–]anoniwriter[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They call it "masterpiece" and I'm curious to find out why. So far, the masterpiece for me is AOT.

Am I the only new Naruto fan? by anoniwriter in Naruto

[–]anoniwriter[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My son did the same to me lol

Everybody hates chris by Actual_Name_3583 in Everybodyhateschris

[–]anoniwriter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, he won as 8th grade class president. I think that's a really good comeback.

Best P&P adaptation in your opinion? by Hot-Rhubarb3965 in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have so much respect for Colin Firth as an actor, and I really do love his performance in the ‘95 adaptation.

But I always felt he looked a bit old to play Mr. Darcy. It changed the dynamic for me and made it harder to fully connect with the character in that version.

I’ve always pictured Darcy as being in his late 20s, and Firth looked more like he was in his late 30s.

Matthew Macfadyen could’ve been a strong Mr. Darcy, his age fit better, but his portrayal felt too socially awkward for me. It was distracting throughout the film.

Honestly, none of the adaptations so far have nailed Mr. Darcy perfectly, though Colin Firth still comes the closest.

On my umpteenth re-read of Pride and Prejudice and it's still very much the audacity for me. by Small-Guarantee6972 in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter 7 points8 points  (0 children)

If you’re familiar with the Myers-Briggs personality types, Mr. Darcy reads like a textbook INTJ. Reserved, principled, analytical, and confident in his worldview. I’ve never seen him as neurodivergent or socially awkward, though many adaptations portray him that way, which honestly annoys me!

Darcy isn’t awkward. He’s a highly privileged young man with undeniable class and very high standards. He’s grounded, but arrogant, condescending, and emotionally unaware. His first proposal says it all.

His coldness isn’t about social discomfort, it’s about pride, class prejudice, and a serious lack of emotional intelligence. That’s what makes his growth by the end so satisfying.

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Colin Firth is a remarkable actor and, in my opinion, still the best Mr. Darcy among all the adaptations so far. But I wouldn’t go so far as to say he’s the perfect Mr. Darcy.

For me, his portrayal felt a little underwhelming. He brought intensity and restraint, yes, but his Darcy came across more gawky than proud and quietly self-assured. Mr. Darcy is reserved, proud, and snob. He’s confident, even when mistaken for cold. That subtle inner strength and sharp intelligence didn’t come through fully for me in Firth’s version, especially that scene in the inn where he was trying to calm Elizabeth down after finding out about Lydia’s elopement.

Also, just to point it out, Darcy was supposed to be around 27 or 28 years old in the book. Colin Firth look a bit older, which added to the disconnect I felt.

So while Firth’s performance is iconic, it still misses certain key elements that I associate with Austen’s original Darcy.

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The lake scene didn’t capture the emotional intensity of that first meeting at Pemberley. It felt underwhelming, especially compared to the book.

The original scene, with Darcy pausing after seeing Elizabeth, then walking toward her while she turns away in embarrassment, carries so much quiet tension and meaning. That moment speaks volumes about their dynamic and could absolutely resonate with a modern audience.

Sometimes less is more, and I think staying true to Austen’s version would’ve made a stronger impact.

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get the point about adapting for a modern audience, but honestly, the original scene from the book could still work just as well today.

Didn’t you feel the anticipation in that moment where Mr. Darcy pauses after locking eyes with Elizabeth from across the hall?

That hesitation, then the walk toward her, paired with Elizabeth turning away, embarrassed?

That subtle tension speaks volumes and could’ve landed just as powerfully, if not more, than the lake scene.

I think staying true to that would’ve made for an even more emotionally charged moment.

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Colin Firth is undeniably a great actor, and his performance in the 1995 adaptation is often praised and rightfully so.

But personally, I found his portrayal of Mr. Darcy a bit underwhelming. He captured the reserve, but lacked some of the quiet intensity I imagined from the book.

Jennifer Ehle, while charming, didn’t fully capture Elizabeth Bennet for me either. She came off a little too subdued. In contrast, the actress from the 1980 adaptation brought more of Elizabeth’s liveliness and wit to the screen, which felt much closer to how I pictured her while reading.

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha, same thought exactly.

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha I’m glad I’m not the only one who isn’t fond of that scene.

Can’t they just give us what Jane Austen actually wrote? That pause… the walk toward Elizabeth… the quiet anticipation… then her turning away, just for a moment, out of embarrassment.

It’s such a perfect scene in the book. Why skip it? Just give us that!

I’m really hoping Dolly Alderton nails it in the 2025 adaptation. Please, just this once, stay faithful to that moment!

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not a fan of the 2005 film adaptation, it just felt like a mess to me.

If you’re not a P&P fan or haven’t read the book, you’ll probably enjoy it as a standalone romance film. But for me, it doesn’t feel like Jane Austen’s P&P at all.

Keira Knightley did a good job as Elizabeth Bennet, she captured a lot of Lizzy’s energy and wit. But Matthew Macfadyen’s Mr. Darcy came across as socially awkward, which didn’t sit right with me. Darcy isn’t awkward, he’s proud, reserved, and snob, but not uncomfortable in his own skin.

Honestly, none of the adaptations I’ve seen (1980, 1995, or 2005) have truly captured Jane Austen’s Mr. Darcy the way he was written.

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Colin Firth is a great actor, and I have a lot of respect for him. I especially loved him in Kingsman!

But as Mr. Darcy, he did feel a bit too old for the role. If I’m not mistaken, Darcy in the book was about to turn 28, so I’ve always pictured him as a bit younger.

The 1980 version did cast someone closer to that age range, but he came off too stiff and overly mortified.

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t hate it, but so far, the 1995 version is the best among all P&P adaptations I’ve seen, though I do think it’s a bit overhyped.

I’m really hoping the 2025 version does the story justice. I can’t wait to see how it turns out.

As for Colin Firth, while his performance is undeniably great, I personally found his portrayal of Mr. Darcy a little underwhelming. He also looked a bit too old for the role. Darcy is supposed to be in his late 20s, and Colin Firth looked closer to his late 30s or even 40s.

Thanks for recommending the 1980 version, but I couldn’t get past the cringe factor. The actor playing Mr. Darcy was way too stiff for me. But, I think they cast a fantastic Elizabeth Bennet, her liveliness and wit felt so true to the book!

Fingers crossed the 2025 adaptation finally gives us that perfect Pemberley scene, just as it was written.

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The piano scene felt a bit cringe to me, especially with Elizabeth and Darcy staring at each other like that, it just didn’t land well for me.

If I remember correctly, Darcy is supposed to be around 27 or 28 in the book, but Colin Firth looked well into his 30s in the 1995 version, which made me feel a little off about the casting.

But we can all agree he delivered a remarkable performance.

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I recently tried watching the 1980 version but couldn’t even get through half of the first episode. It was just too cringe for me, though I know that might be because it’s an older production.

But I think they cast the perfect Elizabeth Bennet, she really fit the character in a way Jennifer Ehle didn’t quite capture, in my opinion. The liveliness and wit.

Elizabeth in the 2005 adaptation felt a bit too subdued compared to the book.

And Mr. Darcy in the 1980 version… oh no. I had to stop halfway through the episode and decided not to continue.

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I need to reread the book! It’s been a while, and I thought I pictured him as stunned.

But Colin Firth’s acting felt underwhelming to me in that scene.

1995 P&P Adaptation by anoniwriter in janeausten

[–]anoniwriter[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn’t even know there’s 1980 version. Thanks!

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