I can maybe understand why some guys would rate it low, but really, this was just a very fun, very witty show. I had read the book, and the movie is a bit different, but quite frankly, maybe better. The characters come to life perfectly. Jennifer Coolidge is, as usual, utterly hilarious. Right from the start it is the kind of show with funny little things throughout, subtle humor in addition to the obvious. The romance is sweet, nothing wildly wonderful, but if you're a fan of Jane Austen, definitely enjoyable. The characters themselves are so perfect, hilarious caricatures of people. Each one delightful in their role. As I said, watch closely right from the start and see it with someone who likes to laugh. Oddities abound. Quirks everywhere. I could turn around and watch it again and I seldom want to see a movie twice without a few years in-between showings. In fact, my only complaint is that the ending is different enough from the book that I don't know how they would make the next book into a movie as well.
Review of Austenland
