I read many of the reviews here before deciding to buy the DVD of this version of one of my favourite books. Having been appalled by the treatment of Austen's text in the other two versions (though enjoying them as entertainment), I was quite cautious about it and initially found many of the criticisms voiced here seemed justified. But after repeated viewing, I came to like it more and more; and I really think that it is just about as faithful a rendering of this complex, subtle, quietly troubled work of genius as we are ever likely to see. Production values and locations are adequate for the story and the acting, and I now value this Austen adaptation as highly as the best versions of the other books.
Review of Mansfield Park
