Category: Classic Romanticism
Ranking the 16 Best Adaptations of the Beauty and the Beast Story
The Beauty and the Beast story is a tale as old as time. From Cupid and Psyche to the lesser-known...
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‘Mansfield Park’ 1999 Review: A Unique and Controversial Adaptation
Patricia Rozema’s Mansfield Park (1999) is a unique and brazen adaptation of Jane Austen’s novel, bringing out the book’s themes and morals in interesting ways.
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Where to Watch the Best Jane Austen Movies Right Now
After intense research, I’ve organized a list of where to watch Jane Austen movies on various streaming services right now. If a movie’s only available to rent/buy digitally or only on DVD, I’ll let you know.
From faithful adaptations such as the iconic ’95 adaptation of Pride and Prejudice with Colin Firth to modern-day retellings like Clueless, there’s plenty of Jane Austen movies and TV shows to watch.
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Evelina by Frances Burney: Take a Gander at This Still Fresh, Lesser-Known Classic
Classic Book Review: Evelina, or the History of a Young Lady’s Entrance into the World of Society...
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Martin Chuzzlewit (1994): A Finely Acted Dickens Adaptation
TV Series Review: Martin Chuzzlewit (1994) Martin Chuzzlewit is a six-part, BBC miniseries, an...
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12 Powerful Literary Classics We Need on the Small Screen
When it comes to stories, I’m all about old-fashioned storytelling. This is perhaps why period...
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The Tenant of Wildfell Hall: An Intelligent Period Drama That Will Make You Think
Miniseries Review: The Tenant of Wildfell Hall (1996) The Tenant of Wildfell Hall is a three-part...
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10 Amazing Books That Inspired Fantastic Period Dramas
Sometimes, great movies and TV shows are based on equally amazing books. When going through a...
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Les Misérables (1935): Watch A Breathtaking Adaptation of the Classic Novel
Les Misérables is Victor Hugo’s fictional masterpiece on law versus grace and the power of...
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An Elizabeth Gaskell For All Seasons
An Elizabeth Gaskell For All Seasons I am obsessed with Elizabeth Gaskell’s stories. I haven’t...
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Miss Austen Regrets: A Beautiful Period Drama About Jane Austen
Miss Austen Regrets (2008) Miss Austen Regrets, a brilliantly written period drama, explores the...
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John Thornton: 15 Moments Guaranteed to Make You Swoon
BBC’s production of North and South is arguably one of the most romantic period dramas to...
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