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Posted by Bernie on November 07, 1996 at 06:41:18:
: BBC's TV60 Awards (Sunday November, 3)
: Favourite Actor: Colin Firth
: Here is Colin's acceptance speech:
: BBC-host:
: Colin Firth is in fact in Los Angeles at this very moment, he should be poolside in Beverly Hills.
: Colin, very many congratulations from us. Very well done indeed.
: Colin Firth:
: Thank you very much. I have driven a long way this morning just to sit here for precisely this effect. So it is good that you mention it.
: Well I seem to have benefited in one way or another from the BBC for years now having grown up on them in terms of television. They have gone on to provide me with the greatest satisfaction I have ever had in terms of work.
: And now this.
: Despite the feeling that my career might have just peaked, I would like to thank them and above all those who voted for me. It is a formidable list of nominees and it is praise enough simply to be on it so I shall grab this (the statue) and flee before there is a recount.
: Thank you very much.
: That's it. It was a short but witty speech with a lot of laughter from the audience.
: I hope you like it. I did!
: Annemiek
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Many thanks Annemiek. I'll make sure I pay more attention next time!!
Bernie
Posted by Amy on November 07, 1996 at 07:13:18:
: On the news Last night some politicians were discussing how Mr. Blair (leader of the opposition) could become more appealing to women voters. Some bright spark said "If you're looking for sex appeal, then make Colin Firth Prime Minister. Now there's a thought!! Just how many votes do you think he would get from this BB? :-)
: Bernie
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I'd like to see him play a politician. Well, there's Nostromo, but I mean a Jeffrey Archer type British politician -- or a spy!
Amy
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Posted by Amy on November 07, 1996 at 07:29:57:
Thanks so much. Very very kind of you to do the transcription.
Isn't it funny and kind of wierd to think of him in Hollywood? I was impressed with his humbleness and need to mention the obviousness of the poolside setting. If he really had to drive a long ways, I wonder where he is staying? One would hope way way out in Santa Barbara or Del Mar and not far off but way tacky like the Valley or Orange County. I thought most Brits in LA liked to hang out in Santa Monica. Where are sound stages for A Thousand Acres, the movie he is shooting. Isn't the studio a division of Disney? That probably puts him in a standard issue Oakwood Apartment in Burbank.
Amy
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Posted by Donna on November 07, 1996 at 08:34:44:
: : Sorry, I am not Anika - and I am definitely not 14 - but neither are you nuts. If you haven't already tried, perhaps you could watch the video with your son to peak his interest. If his school has a suggested (or required) reading list, perhaps you could suggest that P&P (and others) be added to the list. It may help if other children are doing the same. You are right that it would be a great advantage for him to read and try to understand as much as possible from books in general, including those involving or of interest to girls and women.
: : My son is only 8-1/2 and he has seen P&P1 and 2 with me and listened to my home-made audio recordings of P&P2 which we play in the car - with his friends in our carpool who find it fun. He's not quite ready for the book, but he read The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe in the past 4 days, so it won't be long before he's ready. We did get through Little Women and the recent movie together. I hope to see him read all the classics, not just Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer but Anne of Green Gables and Heidi, all of which I bought him for Christmas.
: : Since my son is not a teenager yet I may have more influence for awhile, but I am humble enough to see how it may become more difficult to talk sense in a few years. If you have any advise for me I would appreciate it, too. Good luck!
: : : Janet
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: When my son was 8, he too was interested in my interests. Sadly when he turned 13 (he will be 14 in February), he seemed to start this "What is a man?" thing. Although my husband (his male role model)is not a sterio-typical male (please excuse my sexism here - he was the "House Spouse" while I worked full time when our son was a baby and sees things as "people" responsibilities not male or female roles.), my son is very concious of what he percieves as "girl" stuff and "guy" stuff. He thinks that girls like "Macho" and wants very much to attract girls! That is why I was requesting the opinion of a 14 year old girl. He does not believe me.
: - Candace
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My son is the same. He likes Leonardo DeCaprio so he made the suggestion to go see Romeo and Juliet , I cant' wait, I really hope he likes. I told him it not what he thinks. We shall see.
ciao Donna
Posted by Rachel on November 07, 1996 at 09:01:28:
I've just seen the 'missing minutes-' the extra scenes which are on the tapes but were not broadcast on TV: I would die for a few more seconds! In one of my favorite 'missing scenes' Darcy snaps at Miss Bingley for once again teasing him about Elizabeth- He is at his most supremely gorgeous in this scene! His 'What?!' is marvelous! What a powerfully emotional moment. Is it a question, a reproach, a mere awakening from a brooding reverie? I've watched it over and over. The other 'missing scene' of Darcy leaving the parsonage after Lizzy's rejection is great for the nice long look at his his fabulous face and charming curls.
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Posted by Grace on November 07, 1996 at 09:21:47:
: : To Grace: I very was surprised while watching the full screen of
: : credits, that the person in charge of consistancy was a woman (Sue Clegg).
: : Do you think that we could have done a better job with Mr. Firth's
: : consistancy of sides. I think that I would have liked that task
: : very well indeed! :-)
: : - Candace
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: Candace, ew! %^}
: - K
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:Candace, it's a job we could handle.
Grace
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Posted by France on November 07, 1996 at 09:48:45:
: You know I just read about a company that if you send them a picture of your child they will create a doll in that childs image.
: Do you think they would make me a Darcy Doll? Life size?
: ok I'm kidding I haven't gone completely over the edge. Just thinking about it.
: Mich
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Mich, you're onto something here; a promoter's dream! (or a way for Amy to underwrite this site? We'd buy memorabilia!) A properly suited Darcy, talking key lines at the push of a button cleverly adorning his vest, might not be ready for this Christmas, though.
I know! Let's each and all take a favorite picture of Darcy and get a shirt (sweat or T) or coffee cup made!! Any ideas for a good logo-text to go with the picture?
Maybe: "MY DEAREST, LOVELIEST (FILL IN YOUR NAME)"
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Posted by France on November 07, 1996 at 09:49:30:
: You know I just read about a company that if you send them a picture of your child they will create a doll in that childs image.
: Do you think they would make me a Darcy Doll? Life size?
: ok I'm kidding I haven't gone completely over the edge. Just thinking about it.
: Mich
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Mich, you're onto something here; a promoter's dream! (or a way for Amy to underwrite this site? We'd buy memorabilia!) A properly suited Darcy, talking key lines at the push of a button cleverly adorning his vest, might not be ready for this Christmas, though.
I know! Let's each and all take a favorite picture of Darcy and get a shirt (sweat or T) or coffee cup made!! Any ideas for a good logo-text to go with the picture?
Maybe: "MY DEAREST, LOVELIEST (FILL IN YOUR NAME)"
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Posted by Kim on November 07, 1996 at 10:02:43:
: : Adele's mother was a French dancer who died;
: : Inko
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: Did she die? I thought she just ran off, leaving Adele behind.
: Ann
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I have not seen the new movie. I live in a small town and the movie never came here. I think it just came out on video and I will rent it. I own the BBC version starring Timothy Dalton. I watch it over and over.
I have also read the book. I love it too. In the book Rodchester is not described as handsome, but Timothy Dalton definitely is handsome. I think he would have made a good Darcy. What do you think?
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Posted by Donna on November 07, 1996 at 10:27:10:
:
: : You know I just read about a company that if you send them a picture of your child they will create a doll in that childs image.
: : Do you think they would make me a Darcy Doll? Life size?
: : ok I'm kidding I haven't gone completely over the edge. Just thinking about it.
: : Mich
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: Mich, you're onto something here; a promoter's dream! (or a way for Amy to underwrite this site? We'd buy memorabilia!) A properly suited Darcy, talking key lines at the push of a button cleverly adorning his vest, might not be ready for this Christmas, though.
: I know! Let's each and all take a favorite picture of Darcy and get a shirt (sweat or T) or coffee cup made!! Any ideas for a good logo-text to go with the picture?
: Maybe: "MY DEAREST, LOVELIEST (FILL IN YOUR NAME)"
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Now this sounds very good indeed. I would buy one of each. The "look" on a sweat shirt. If you guys make it I'd buy it.
ciao Donna
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Posted by Amy on November 07, 1996 at 10:30:10:
Or how about a Darcy doll like the Henry Higgins in the My Fair Lady Barbie collection? I think I migh tactually buy the Professor if it were Rex Harrison as Prof Higgins instead of Ken as Prof. Higgins.
But A&E would not be flexible or innovative enough to think of merchandising such a thing. Nor would the otherwise fine network be marketing savvy enough to see that, what? maybe 7 of 10 of us play the piano so why not bring out a music book of the Carl Davis pieces. No, no, we've never heard of selling music to go with a program, so it must be a bad bad risky idea. Sorry. I just can't stand unimaginative marketers.
Amy
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Posted by Donna on November 07, 1996 at 10:34:41:
: : : Adele's mother was a French dancer who died;
: : : Inko
: :
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: : Did she die? I thought she just ran off, leaving Adele behind.
: : Ann
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: I have not seen the new movie. I live in a small town and the movie never came here. I think it just came out on video and I will rent it. I own the BBC version starring Timothy Dalton. I watch it over and over.
: I have also read the book. I love it too. In the book Rodchester is not described as handsome, but Timothy Dalton definitely is handsome. I think he would have made a good Darcy. What do you think?
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I've always like William Hurt. I am a little prejudice The Big Chill ect. He is a very good actor. I can't recall seeing Mr. Dalton in many movies but I definitly plan on renting it over the weekend. Wasn't he James Bond at one time.
Thanks Donna
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Posted by Leslie on November 07, 1996 at 10:37:50:
: : I think you are on to something here. I'll look forward to the catalog!!
: : : You know I just read about a company that if you send them a picture of your child they will create a doll in that childs image.
: : : Do you think they would make me a Darcy Doll? Life size?
: : : ok I'm kidding I haven't gone completely over the edge. Just thinking about it.
: : : Mich
: :
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: : Mich, you're onto something here; a promoter's dream! (or a way for Amy to underwrite this site? We'd buy memorabilia!) A properly suited Darcy, talking key lines at the push of a button cleverly adorning his vest, might not be ready for this Christmas, though.
: : I know! Let's each and all take a favorite picture of Darcy and get a shirt (sweat or T) or coffee cup made!! Any ideas for a good logo-text to go with the picture?
: : Maybe: "MY DEAREST, LOVELIEST (FILL IN YOUR NAME)"
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: Now this sounds very good indeed. I would buy one of each. The "look" on a sweat shirt. If you guys make it I'd buy it.
: ciao Donna
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Posted by Kim on November 07, 1996 at 10:53:24:
: : : : Adele's mother was a French dancer who died;
: : : : Inko
: : :
: : : ___________________
: : : Did she die? I thought she just ran off, leaving Adele behind.
: : : Ann
: :
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: :
: : __________________
: : I have not seen the new movie. I live in a small town and the movie never came here. I think it just came out on video and I will rent it. I own the BBC version starring Timothy Dalton. I watch it over and over.
: : I have also read the book. I love it too. In the book Rodchester is not described as handsome, but Timothy Dalton definitely is handsome. I think he would have made a good Darcy. What do you think?
:
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: I've always like William Hurt. I am a little prejudice The Big Chill ect. He is a very good actor. I can't recall seeing Mr. Dalton in many movies but I definitly plan on renting it over the weekend. Wasn't he James Bond at one time.
: Thanks Don
na
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Yes, Timothy Dalton was in two James Bond movies. I heard he was replaced because he was too old. He has also been in the mini-series Scarlett, which was the sequel to Gone With The Wind. He played Rhett Butler. I have also seen him in a movie called The King's Whore. Donna, you will love him in Jane Eyre.
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Posted by Donna on November 07, 1996 at 10:55:15:
: Or how about a Darcy doll like the Henry Higgins in the My Fair Lady Barbie collection? I think I migh tactually buy the Professor if it were Rex Harrison as Prof Higgins instead of Ken as Prof. Higgins.
: But A&E would not be flexible or innovative enough to think of merchandising such a thing. Nor would the otherwise fine network be marketing savvy enough to see that, what? maybe 7 of 10 of us play the piano so why not bring out a music book of the Carl Davis pieces. No, no, we've never heard of selling music to go with a program, so it must be a bad bad risky idea. Sorry. I just can't stand unimaginative marketers.
: Amy
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Many friends play the piano and we are a little miffed because we all wanted S&S but, they never came out with it.Especially since the music was nominated for an Academy Award.
Disney doesn't seem to have a problem with promting their music. Clint Eastwood was smart he came out with his music to Madison County of which I have just the title song it's called "Doe Eyes".
Good name for Darcy "Doe Eyes". Donna
Thanks Donna
Posted by Johanne on November 07, 1996 at 11:17:17:
:
"If you're looking for sex appeal, then make Colin Firth Prime Minister. Now there's a thought!! Just how many votes do you think he would get from this BB? :-)
: : Bernie
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: I'd like to see him play a politician. Well, there's Nostromo, but I mean a Jeffrey Archer type British politician -- or a spy!
: Amy
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How about something in the range of Hidden Agenda. I would certainly vote for him. A unanimous vote I'm sure from all.
Johanne
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Posted by Bernie on November 07, 1996 at 11:21:51:
: : Perspectives on Pride and Prejudice, BBC Educational Development Unit, 1995.
: : Pride and Prejudice: From Page to Screen. BBC documentary. 1995.
: : Has anybody seen them or got hold of them in US ?
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: The second of these is the elusive "Making of" video, but I have had no luck locating even a PAL version. By the time I saw that reference in the FAQ, the links to the BBC info on those items had already expired and were not to be found. :-( (Maybe Bernie knows of a source?)
: Joan, too
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I haven't seen either in the shops. Will make enquiries at the weekend though. I have also written to the BBC education department regarding availability of these videos. They haven't got back to me yet. Will let you know as soon as I know more. |:{
Bernie
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Posted by Grace on November 07, 1996 at 11:52:37:
: : : : : : : It does not appear that Lydia needed too much encouragement to go to bed!
: : : : : : : Cheryl
: : : : : : ___________________
: : : : : : I was surprised we went as long as we did without someone making a crack about sex. This _is_ the Bed Thread, after all! ;-}
: : : : : : - K
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: : : : : I know, but as we come from a very refined and polished society, we wouldn't deign to comment on such a topic.
: : : : :Bernie
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: : : : : Another immortal line from Cheryl. Wasn't it she who gave us that other classic: 'Never underestimate the speed of a motivated man'???
: : : : Still laughing, Grace
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: : : Sorry all, for stooping to the obvious, but we were all thinking it and it needed to be said! Usually Grace or Hilary beat me to the risque punch (if you will pardon the expression) but they were able to show remarkable restraint on this occasion, whereas I did not. ;-)
: : : Cheryl: :
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: : : Risque punch? Would that be made with port or starboard? Should we consult Eric?
: : Grace
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: LOL! I was actually wandering down another track: wondering if you would all think me a real (counter)pain if I asked Kali if she had instead meant the Bed Thpread. But if you're throwing punches around I'll keep quiet.
: Hilary
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:Hilary,
Cheryl may have beaten us to the punch, but you have scored a knockout. The point thpread goes to you.
We bow to the Daginator, Grace
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Posted by Zimei on November 07, 1996 at 12:15:30:
: Thanks so much. Very very kind of you to do the transcription.
: Isn't it funny and kind of wierd to think of him in Hollywood? I was impressed with his humbleness and need to mention the obviousness of the poolside setting. If he really had to drive a long ways, I wonder where he is staying? One would hope way way out in Santa Barbara or Del Mar and not far off but way tacky like the Valley or Orange County. I thought most Brits in LA liked to hang out in Santa Monica. Where are sound stages for A Thousand Acres, the movie he is shooting. Isn't the studio a division of Disney? That probably puts him in a standard issue Oakwood Apartment in Burbank.
: Amy
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First of all, many thanks Annemiek!
Yes I'm always quite impressed with his humbleness. Colin Firth seems to possess the quatity of not taking himself too seriously. With all the super-sized egos going around Hollywood, this is quite refreshing indeed. In that Mirabella article, he said he originally refused the Darcy role because he didn't think he "phisically cut the mustard". The article then comments "Odd; many would say he slices, dices, and purees the mustard." :)
Zimei
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Posted by julie on November 07, 1996 at 12:40:54:
: Congratulations! And please don't say you made only one entry to the sweepstakes. Then I'll really be ashamed to say how much time I spent filling out those little boxes.
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Don't feel bad -- I must have entered at least 10 times!
julie
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