Netflix's Pride and Prejudice remake sparks debate as Jane Austen fans react to new trailer: 'Refuse to believe!'
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TL;DR
- Netflix's new six-part adaptation of Pride and Prejudice has released its trailer, leading to divided fan reactions.
- Emma Corrin plays Elizabeth Bennet and Jack Lowden plays Mr. Darcy, with Olivia Colman as Mrs. Bennet.
- The series is written by Dolly Alderton and directed by Euros Lyn.
- Many fans are comparing the new adaptation unfavorably to the 1995 BBC series and the 2005 film.
- Concerns have been raised about Corrin's portrayal of Elizabeth Bennet, with some finding her character too sad or brooding.
- Other fans are optimistic about the new adaptation, praising the cast, writer, and hoping it will be a successful remake.
- Jane Austen's novel continues to be popular, with a recent BBC spin-off also finding success.
- Netflix executives describe the new adaptation as a 'crowd-pleaser' and 'the ultimate romantic comedy'.