Review of Bride & Prejudice (2004) by Jj J — 19 Nov 2018

Bollywood films combine all of the usual western film genres and pack it all into one. In bride and prejudice, the Bollywood spin off of pride and justice, main character lalita is joined by her sisters as her parents try and find them wealthy successful husbands. When lalita meets American will Darcy the first conflict of culture is shown, Darcy denies a dance with lalita. From that moment on the film picks up and incorporates more and more Bollywood elements but still keeps it under the western film category.

I really enjoyed this action packed, comedic musical. I feel that it is perfect for showing the Bollywood genre in an American way. It combines traditional Indian culture and film making with the western theme and does it perfectly. It keeps the Bollywood characteristic of having many genres but also adds more western style drama and acting scenes. I felt it was perfect in the middle as a western Bollywood film.

I feel that I learned a lot about arranged marriage. It isnï¿ 1/2(TM)t just a blind set up in most cases. This film shows it as more of an approval than having no choice at all. I do feel although that the film didnï¿ 1/2(TM)t teach enough about the culture of the parties and weddings. Specifically their dances and beliefs. All in all it was a great film.