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Lost in Austen (2008)

Jemima Rooper , Gemma Arteron , Dan Zeff  |  NR |  DVD
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (392 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Jemima Rooper, Gemma Arteron, Elliot Cowan, Hugh Bonneville, Florence Hoath
  • Directors: Dan Zeff
  • Format: Color, Dolby, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
  • Language: English
  • Subtitles: English, Spanish
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: IMAGE ENTERTAINMENT
  • DVD Release Date: April 14, 2009
  • Run Time: 180 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (392 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B001PJRAUS
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,851 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
  • Learn more about "Lost in Austen" on IMDb

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Amanda Price is sick of the modern world. She yearns for the romance and elegance found in the books by her favorite author, Jane Austen. But she's about to get a rude awakening as one fateful evening, she is propelled into the scheming 19th century world of Pride and Prejudice while that book's Elizabeth Bennet is hurled into hers. As the book's familiar plot unfolds, Amanda triggers new romantic twists and turns within the Bennet family circle as she clumsily tries to help the sisters nab husbands and even captivates the tantalizing Mr. Darcy herself. But what about Elizabeth...and what will become of one of the world's greatest love stories?

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Very well done, funny, witty, and a great love story! Tanya Young  |  70 reviewers made a similar statement
If you love Pride & Prejudice, you need this. VRT  |  42 reviewers made a similar statement
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159 of 173 people found the following review helpful
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I first started hearing about this at a favorite fanfiction sight. I ended up buying a Region 2 DVD from England and buying a multi-region DVD player just to satiate my curiousity. I WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED. The premise of modern day Pride&Prejudice fanatic, Amanda, finding herself swapping places with Elizabeth Bennet is right out of a sci-fi, paranormal flick-- but once the story gets rolling in Regency England, the pace is fast and one better not blink! The quick, cheeky conversations, and the twists & turns far flung from Jane Austen's original are entertaining and LOL funny. Elliot Cowen as Mr Darcy is outstanding. I think Jane Austen herself would have cast him! He had just the right amount of haughtiness, pride, arrogance, distain and finally tenderness. He gave me chills when he gave Amanda a proper set down at Netherfield; so believable. The escape from Austen's usual canon was surprisingly refreshing and the play with characters was delightful. If you are expecting Austen's masterpiece P&P, this is not it. However, my Austenite sensibilities were not in anyway offended by this blatant & somewhat contrived story. Not wanting to give anymore away, let's just say that the entire ensemble was perfectly cast. It is all done in good humour and very tongue-in-cheek. But I must admit, that had I been in Amanda's shoes, I am certain I would have behaved better! And yes, I'll probably pre-order the Region 1 DVD, too!
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73 of 85 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Light-Hearted and Addictive March 3, 2009
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I heard about this show and watched it online (sidereel.com) expecting to hate it, but I must admit that it sucked me in and forced me to watch it! Was it the handsome Elliot Cowan sizzling around as Darcy, the spunky if misguided heroine, or the unpredictable plot twists caused by a modern Austen fan bumbling through the world she'd only dreamed of? I can't be sure, but I have to say that I couldn't wait to see where the story would go next. Is it ridiculous? Absolutely. Will you feel foolish trying to describe it to your seriously literary friends? Believe it. Will you be embarrassingly hooked on it and want to see it again? Maybe. Whenever I engaged my brain I felt like I was watching some pretty crazy fan fiction, but nonetheless watch it I did. While some may find it a hack job that butchers their favorite book, it seemed to me more of a musing on the idea of what would it REALLY be like to be in this world so many of us like to read about. I will admit I wasn't crazy about the ending, but I don't want to put up a spoiler. So my final analysis is that I didn't really admire it but I did enjoy watching it. UPDATE: I ordered the dvd from Amazon and am pleased with my purchase. I did find the dvd at a local bookstore, but the price was double Amazon's, so I recommend getting it here, folks. The dvd contained two extras: an interesting "making of" feature and a trailer. I did notice that the dvd version was edited differently than the version I saw on sidereel, namely the loss of a scene where the heroine sings the 60's pop song "Downtown." That was a bummer. I can't say what else may be different, but apparently this version isn't exactly the same as what was broadcast in the UK.... Read more ›
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57 of 69 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful addition for Austen fans! January 14, 2009
Format:DVD
I watched this on Oxygen, and it is delightfully done and thought provoking. The tired-of-her-modern-world protagonist yearns for the world of Jane Austen, when she inadvertently goes through a portal in her bathroom to find herself not only back in time, but in the imaginary world of Pride and Prejudice. This is a wonderful addition to anyone hungry for more Austenmania.
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33 of 42 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars My hubby actually watched this with me! January 17, 2009
Format:DVD
Elliot Cowan is giving Colin a run for his money!!! This series is a look at what it would be like if a modern-day Austen-ite were to live the fantasy. It's hilarious and sweet, my husband actually watched the entire 4 episodes with me (it was broadcast as 4 parts on Ovation). We both thoroughly enjoyed it! I am even spending the extra coin to buy my own copy. Did I mention how HOT Elliot Cowan is in this? Thanks for the wet t-shirt scene, it is now burned into my mind! LOL
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars You Really Otter See This. October 24, 2011
By gixxer
Format:DVD
I've seen this, and it is good. There y'go. Colours nailed firmly to the mast. I know I will agree with all the 5-star reviews, and I know I will just shake my head in disbelief at the one-starrers.

I am, however, inordinately diverted by the antic caperings of the haters. After you've read a couple, you can almost recite the next one on autopilot. Miss Price being repeatedly slated as being vulgar is particularly mystifying. She was just normal. Anyone would think a chavvy ladette had rushed the stage clutching a half-empty bottle of cider...

I also have a particularly soft spot for those who miss the point completely. Bless.

This was an excellent, witty take on P & P. All the right elements were there, and all the right references even to the Firth / Ehle BBC version (a rival network, at that). The music was spot on. Also, if you are a Brit, there was the extra amazement factor of ITV, of all things uncorking something with anything resembling class. A rare thing indeed.

The acting was all top drawer with everyone stealing scenes all over the place. Hugh Bonneville was especially larcenous.

The scripting and delivery of the language also worked well. Everyone has seen the BBC one and you could feel instantly at ease with the rhythm and vocabulary. It worked because it was instantly understandable, and you felt it was authentic. (Well BBC authentic... That's all that matters.) If they had fouled the script up, then the whole thing would have just collapsed in a heap.

I can do no more than recommend this unreservedly. If you do end up hating it, you were probably predisposed to doing so, in which case why did you bother?
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3.0 out of 5 stars Too much wish fulfillment
I was definitely looking forward to this one when I found out it existed but was in the end disappointed. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Thomas Barrows
1.0 out of 5 stars This film was truly insipid, vapid and stupid.
The creation and depiction of the character Amanda was a bizarre choice. She has supposedly read Pride and Prejudice dozens of times and knows most of the text by heart. Read more
Published 3 days ago by dragongates
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic with a twist.
As a huge fan of Jane Austen I am often dubious about reworking her titles. After all, why mess with perfection. Read more
Published 6 days ago by Jodie O.
1.0 out of 5 stars a silly movie
To reform a book for the needs of a film it is ok. To kill a book like that is ... a crime!!!
Who loves J. Austen, never but never, has to see that movie. Read more
Published 10 days ago by THEKLA
5.0 out of 5 stars Funny and a good spoof
I am an Austen fan. This movie is 'cute' and funny.
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( I was told this review needs nine more words.) Here are at least that much. Read more
Published 13 days ago by Larry Sluss
4.0 out of 5 stars Ok, a little confused here
Can anyone tell me WHY they cut out a scene on the DVD? Why don't we get to see Amanda singing?

Still love the movie though :)
Published 17 days ago by Lupin's Magelet
3.0 out of 5 stars Love the movie—but the video is wonky
I saw this movie on Netflix and had to get it but for some reason, the video quality is pretty poor. The camera work is very shaky/bouncy. Read more
Published 20 days ago by Katrina Glover
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
This is an extremely charming mix of modern day London and classic Jane Austen. Humorous and enjoyable from beginning to end. Read more
Published 21 days ago by Daphne Way
5.0 out of 5 stars Jane Austen would be thrilled
I love this movie. I had actually had a dream quite similar to this movie. I have watched it numerous times
and it never gets old! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Candice
5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE THIS MOVIE!
I'm a dyed in the wool, bonafide Jane Austen fan and don't typically enjoy contemporary spins on the classics. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Sarah S. Dixon
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What did you think of Lost In Austen?
I just watched it for the first time and enjoyed it very much. I don't read reviews until after I've watched something because I want to see it without 'prejudice.' I was surprised by the tone of many of the 1 stars; they seem to be offended on behalf of Jane Austen and a little self-righteous.... Read more
Apr 9, 2011 by bgn |  See all 21 posts
Picture Quality
I have a similar set up (Panasonic Blu-ray and plasma TV) but didn't notice any problems with the picture quality. Of course the quality does not compare with an actual Blu-ray disc, but I thought my player did a decent job with the upconversion. I too noticed that the overall quality had a... Read more
Apr 27, 2009 by Jenny M. |  See all 4 posts
Downtown
I received the US DVD on 4/14 and the Downtown scene is indeed missing.
Apr 15, 2009 by L. Rosen |  See all 23 posts
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