Showing an abominable sort of conceited independence
Five years ago this month I posted a thoroughly researched ranking of the kisses in Austen adaptations. But I’ve seen several more since then, so it’s time for an update! In this time of social distancing, smooch vicariously by browsing … Continued
And the second set for Emma: Previous Austen + The Onion Headlines: Northanger Abbey Pride and Prejudice 2005: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 Sense and Sensibility 1995: Part 1, Part 2 Persuasion Emma 1996: Part 1 Original post from … Continued
I’ve used the 1996 movie version, which wasn’t an easy choice. I thought the 2009 miniseries had closer-to-the-book treatments for Frank Churchill and Mr. Woodhouse, but Sophie Thompson as Miss Bates in the 1996 movie is perfection. Previous Austen + The Onion … Continued
Old people can be so sweet sometimes. I admit that, due to nostalgia or whatever it is that makes us look fondly back at the movies and music from our youth, I tend to revere some things from the 90’s (and 80’s!) maybe more than they really … Continued
Recently I had the pleasure of spending the day with “clever, well-informed people, who have a great deal of conversation” at the JASNA Pittsburgh chapter 2015 Austen festival: On the Road with Jane Austen: Travel, Translation and Transformation. It started … Continued
Yes, I’ve suffered through multiple watchings of kiss clips to bring you this very important list. A few notes: These rankings do not necessarily reflect my opinion on the adaptation itself. They are based on subjective “feels” elicited by JUST the kiss that brings the couple … Continued