The BEST Austen Adaptation.

I still love Pride & Prejudice I promise!

💐Chapters:

0:01 intro
1:37 1800s Regina George
8:48 Harriet & Emma
11:47 The Art of Yearning
18:32 Mr Woodhouse
21:30 Costumes & Class
26:17 Score & Cinematography
31:46 outro

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Emma (2020)
Emma Woodhouse
Harriet Smith
Jane Fairfax
George Knightley
Jane Austen
Jane Austen Adaptation
Anya Taylor Joy
Mia Goth
Pride and Prejudice
Bridgerton
Period Films
Mean Girls
Costume Design
Movie Commentary
Movie Analysis

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[blumelodiez]

A comedy adaptation of an Austen novel is arguably the only valid way to adapt Austen. Its like Austen's writing style come to life visually

[SadGirlHours_]

I also love that Emma’s hairstyles get less elaborate as the movie goes on, representing Emma’s growth past vanity and self-centeredness

[zinlazace]

My algorith knows me so well, of course i'll watch a 30+ minute video about a topic i already agree with!

[victorialopez]

THIS MOVIE IS CRIMINALLY UNDERRATED AND IVE ALWAYS FELT THAT IT SHOULD HAVE THE SAME AMOUNT OF HYPE AS THE PRIDE AND PREJUDICE MOVIE WITH KIERA KNIGHTLY

[ojaymami]

Ah shit i guess it's time to rewatch Emma again

[marshmallsy]

Something I looove about this specific adaptation is how they portray Emma so clearly as a big fish in a small pond. Like you can see she has a good heart and CAN be super affectionate, considerate, and thoughtful to the people in her life, it's just she has such a high opinion of herself and is rarely ever put in check by anyone around her besides Mr. Knightley. I loved the way Anya acted out all her subtler moments -- it's not just that she dislikes Jane Fairfax, she dislikes Jane Fairfax BECAUSE Jane worked hard for accomplishments Emma never had the self-discipline to perfect herself (that hilarious piano scene), and she doesn't know what to do when she experiences feelings of inferiority or self-consciousness. I loved her instant moment of realization and regret when she insults Miss Bates, and the facial journey she goes on afterwards feeling awful, desperately trying to maintain composure in front of the group, trying and failing to convince herself it wasn't even that bad, and then totally falling apart when Knightley yells at her.

[naomiwind]

Miss Bates gate!!! 14:01 😂😂😂
(I loved this discussion SO much!! It came at the right time—I just watched Emma. last night! Thank you!) 💜

[georgiavol]

I LOVE THIS MOVIE SO FUCKING MUCH. its absolutely gorgeous with stunning set and costume design!! the characters and their dynamics are wonderfuly done!!!

[connection]

I love Emma so much, it's my favorite book by Jane Austen and the movie is among my favorite films of all time. Her character feels so real and it made me feel seen when I first read it. I interpreted the scene with Mr Woodhouse the same way! Though it took me a couple of watches. About Elton's final speech, if I'm not mistaken in the Spanish dub he still mispronounces innocence, which is such a shame considering its symbolism, but I could be wrong about it. Thank you so much for this video, it was lovely.

[MaryamElbatoulAbdAlaziz]

This is one of the most comprehensive and thoughtful video essays I've seen in a while. I love this film so much and I appreciate how you analysed it and read through its many layers. Keep up the good work!

[lstradinger]

My comfort movie. I can watch it over and over and discover a new pleasure to my eyes❤

[blueberryomelette]

Yesss!! Literally rewatch this at least twice a year it's such a masterpiece but never even picked up on some of the hidden themes in here, so clever!

[faithmo]

the sound track of this movie is so beautiful I listen to it whenever I'm reading classics or historical fiction

[caromalf]

Pride and prejudice 2005 movie made me obsessed with the book. The last 8-10 years i've read it once every summer. However I never really found an interest in any of the other Austen books.
But then this movie came and blew my knickers off!! The colours, set design and most of all, the subtle, effortless comedy are so good. I really don't agree with most of the criticism of this movie and I would love to see the same team do more Austen adaptations 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[natalieadventures]

Amazing video essay! am so happy to see analysis of Austen films, this one was my favourite!

[chiiara]

my favorite movie and book of all time, i love it 💘

[rhondahassan]

This is definitely my favorite Emma adaptation but the movie makes huge changes to Emma’s redemption arc, so I don’t think it’s the “best” in terms of faithfulness. It’s been a while since I’ve read the book but I remember that she doesn’t actually change much or realize the error of her ways in the way that the movie depicts. She accepts knightly’s proposal without genuine concern for Harriet and actually sends her away to some of Emma’s relatives to avoid dealing with her after she accepts the proposal. She also makes no effort to fix things between Harriet and Mr. Martin and they end the book more as strangers than friends, which Austen seems to approve of given the class difference. I love this movie for the way they fix these things bc I felt really unsatisfied with how Emma’s character and outlook didn’t change much apart from her getting over her jealousy of Jane. It’s a beautiful movie and the emotional payout is satisfying, I wish the book was as well.

[bluequeen]

I don't know if most people know this but Emma and Mr. Knightly are technically related. They are in laws, his brother is the husband of her sister.

[leahiddlebarnes]

Wish the persuasion the netflix version followed the same aesthetic like this instead of that monstrosity 😢😂

[angiewu]

this movie holds such a special place in my heart. this was the novel that got me into literature (im a lit student now) and i remember reading it over and over when i was 11 because i couldnt really understand it but wanted to. and when i did, it blew my mind how much i laughed and giggled and blushed and kicked my feet while reading it. like wow, old timey literature can be funny! and when i saw this movie, i realized its the most perfect way they couldve adapted austen's novel. i love p&p but where's austen's humor!!