Premise: A heartbroken 19th century woman with herself to blame finds herself around the man she loved and spurned years before.
There are times when it’s better to just not read books. I don’t think this movie ever stood a chance, because those Jane Austen fans can really mobilize when they aren’t pleased. Apparently, the novel has a lot more romantic tension. The protagonist is more wound up. Beyond the basics of the story, this film adaptation doesn’t seem to have much at all in common with the book.
I thought this movie was fine though. It’s thoroughly average. Dakota Johnson is odd casting. She wouldn’t fit in a normal costume drama. She reads as too modern, but in a take like this one, where it’s Jane Austen by way of Fleabag, she works well. The best word to describe the movie overall is ‘jaunty’. There’s a little drama with Johnson and the love she left behind who has returned. You could throw it in the middle of a Bridgerton season and it wouldn’t feel out of place.
So, from what I’ve gathered, if you’ve read the book, avoid this movie. The changes will piss you off. If you haven’t read the book, watch this if you like Dakota Johnson. It’s perfectly watchable.
Verdict: Weakly Don’t Recommend
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