for comparisons
refers to this story as "the Pride and Prejudice of the Industrial Revolution", which I honestly hate right now, and can't be because of them Both the period drama and the male and female protagonists have experienced misunderstandings and put on this hat. In my opinion, the love story between the daughters of squires and nobles in "Pride and Prejudice" is too ideal. Their Yinggeyandan and their paradise-like lives are like a fairy tale compared to the harsh social reality in "South and North". generally.
Compared with Thornton, Darcy is not a star and a half (Sorry, Uncle CF), we just saw him "born with a silver spoon". Darcy's aloofness and arrogance stemmed from his superior family background and noble status. Thornton is different. He lost his father when he was young, and his family was in a downturn. His later prosperity was entirely derived from his own struggle and self-made. To.
In addition, the conflict between Thornton and Margaret is sharper, deeper and more realistic than the little bickering and misunderstanding that Darcy and Lizzie experienced. Britain at the beginning of the 19th century was the first industrial revolution (my sad historical knowledge, correct me if I'm wrong), various new industries were born and developed during this period, and labor-capital conflicts became more and more prominent. In Milton, an important industrial town in the north, the contradiction between the cotton textile manufacturers represented by Thornton and the working class is also intensifying, and a strike is imminent. This contradiction, repeatedly expressed to Thornton through Margaret's mouth, made Margaret misunderstood and resented Thornton as an "overbearing master". Over time, and with countless tit-for-tat arguments, Thornton finally cleared Margaret of prejudice and misunderstanding with his actions. I've always felt that the ups and downs they've gone through, the hurdles they've crossed, and the mutual understanding and support they've finally reached is far better than Darcy and Lizzie.
Interestingly, in Pride and Prejudice, Darcy's arrogance and Lizzie's prejudice strike a balance. In "South and North", "Pride and Prejudice" is all on Margaret's side. Poor Thornton is humiliating and understanding from beginning to end. Unfortunately, his first meeting with Margaret was too dramatic, which led to Margaret in college. He looked down on him part of the time, showing how important first impressions are.
In the final comparison, I would like to say that Darcy and Thornton have at least one thing in common, that is, their feelings for the heroine are both restrained, persistent, and never giving up. That alone explains why these two characters are so fascinating.
About Margaret
Margaret Hale in the original novel is a great beauty at first sight, and Daniela Denby-Ashe who plays Margaret in the TV series is not amazing, but like many other heroines of BBC period dramas, DDA is the first to win by temperament. Two-eyed beauty. Although not "remarkably handsome", her freshness and naturalness make Margaret look very refined.
Although the story of "South and North" takes place more than a hundred years ago, Margaret is undoubtedly a girl with a modern spirit. As the daughter of a pastor, she was well-educated, well-bred, and reasonable, and she inherited the integrity of her father and the kindness of her mother. If the character is more than that, then Margaret is not very outstanding. What really shines in her character is her candor, bravery and assertiveness. It is these three points that make Margaret different from other ladies with low eyebrows, make her friends with low-level workers regardless of worldly vision, make her dare to ask questions and express dissent, and have the courage to stand up to the angry workers and the people. Between Thorntons... that eventually made Thornton fall in love with her.
Unlike Thornton's clear love at first, Margaret's feelings for Thornton are subtle and vague. This is better understood by the large number of psychological descriptions in the novel. Based on this, we can infer that the turning point of Margaret's feelings came after Thornton's marriage proposal. Prior to this, although her impression of Thornton had changed, Margaret, like most girls, was unaware of this subtle change in her feelings, and the rumors she had raised when she came forward to save Thornton during a strike conflict She was ashamed, took Thornton's proposal for granted as a "formula move" to save her reputation, and rejected the marriage because it hurt her self-esteem. However, later, recalling the fiery emotions Thornton expressed during his marriage proposal, did he realize that it was his true feelings, and began to regret his rash words when he rejected the marriage. And then Thornton's series of actions made Margaret see the noble character of the man she rejected, which made her fall in love.
At the beginning of the story, Margaret left the "paradise" southern hometown of Helstone and came to the "indifferent" northern city of Milton; at the end of the story, when Margaret returned to her hometown again, she realized that Milton had changed herself. Margaret later said something I really liked: "I learnt something when I went back to Helstone. Expecting it to be the paradise I knew as a child, try as we might, happy as we were, we can't go back. "
(unabridged fragments attach to marry him, poor Thornton, after the confession made Zhefan Taoxintaofei also said to Margaret .... Offensive)
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Regarding Thornton,
I must sigh with emotion, how come there are so many talented and beautiful actors in the British entertainment industry? Let's think back to Marcus Gilbert in "Adventures of the Heart", Colin Firth in "Pride and Prejudice", Rupert Penry-Jones in "Persuasion" - British period drama is simply their "yang and yin" disaster Best picture. The same goes for John Thornton, whose success in this role is largely due to Richard Armitage, who brings Thornton's sternness, impartiality, honesty, firmness, and devotion to the extreme. When South and North premiered in the UK, the BBC's website crashed due to a sudden surge in traffic. I have no doubt that if RA had been born ten years earlier, the Darcy character in Pride and Prejudice 95 would have been his.
Thornton's relationship with Margaret is not complicated. Like the original book, Thornton fell in love almost at first sight, but the process from initiation to development of this love is too difficult. Although Thornton, as the most successful factory owner in Milton, his financial resources and status are far above Hale's family, but the reputation of the trader/manufacturer in the society at that time is not good, it is inevitable to think of the "upstart" and his like, Margaret as a southerner She has a stubborn prejudice against the arrogance and utilitarianism of the North (at least as it appears), and the poverty and suffering of the bottom workers she has seen makes it difficult for her to have a good impression of "capitalists" like Thornton. The first encounter was really unpleasant, and her misunderstanding of Thornton was compounded. Thornton is well aware of this. In fact, the most shining point of all his precious qualities is "tolerance", his understanding and acceptance of Margaret's dissent and opposition, his silent concern after Margaret's rejection of marriage Her family, his support for Margaret when she knew she "belongs to it"... it's all testament to Thornton's big heart, that he's a real gentleman. Unfortunately, Margaret had too much prejudice against him and couldn't see it for a while.
Regarding the supporting role
Henry, many people say that he is creepy, I don't think (and I can't say creepy just because people are not good-looking). He has a good family background and a decent career. Even from a modern point of view, Henry is a valid choice, not to mention that he has a deep love for Margaret, and his phrase "I'm at your service always" is quite touching. But the most touching thing is that at the train station, he said "Goodbye, Margaret" to Margaret. Letting go is also a way of love. Henry is a man of general knowledge and grace, but unfortunately his opponent is too perfect, and he can only serve as cannon fodder.
Mrs. Thornton, stern, unsmiling, with a demeanor without anger. Although she sometimes shows a coldness, but this is only because she is not good at expressing emotions, she can also be called fair-minded and firm-willed. In the eyes of others, she seems too cold, but the deep maternal love she shows to her son is touching - she is willing to accept a girl she doesn't like, just because John loves her ("She has admitted to the world. I may yet even learn to like her for it."); after the girl rejected John, she was heartbroken for her son, angry at the misunderstanding and injustice he suffered ("I hate her. I tried not to, when I thought she would make you happy. I'd give my life's blood for that....Your sorrow is mine. If you won't hate her, then I must.") For most of the play, Mrs. Thornton can say Is the only one who knows the true character of John Thornton.
Mr. Bell, the personable, shrewd and sleek "Old Oxford". He was smart and good at reading people's hearts, and with just a few words and a few glances, he knew Margaret and John's respective hearts - even better than their parents and the parties themselves. He is also a very personable man. After hinting to Margaret that he intends to marry, seeing that Margaret hesitated, he immediately dismissed the idea generously and gave her all his family property instead. I especially liked his final attempt at adult beauty. At Marlborough Mill, Mr. Bell almost explained Margaret's mind to Thornton, but Thornton was so worried that he interrupted him almost rudely (actually I really want to know Mr. Will what Bell is going to say after in fact be "In fact, she's in love with you"?)
About my favorite scene
at the end of the first episode, Margaret is writing to cousin Edith about Milton's all kinds of things - "I wish I could tell you how lonely I am. How cold and harsh it is here. Everywhere there is conflict and unkindness. I think God has forsaken this place. "At this time, the machine in Thornton's cotton mill is rumbling, and the whole workshop is fluttering with cotton wool like snow in winter. "I believe I have seen hell and it's white, it's snow-white." In the shot, the silhouette of Thornton walking in the workshop changes from the virtual to the real, and the theme melody of the whole play sounds - the sound, sound and painting in this section are perfectly matched, so shocking!
Margaret said goodbye to the Thorntons as he prepared to leave Milton. Thornton said "So you're leaving" to her twice. The first time, he seemed to be able to pretend to be cold and calm. The second time, he was almost unable to control himself. Sad and sad. When Margaret got in the carriage and left, Thornton stood staring in the snow, muttering "Look back. Look back at me." The sad expression on his face was heartbreaking.
Margaret took the train back to London, and when the station stopped halfway, she got out and saw Thornton in the train slowly approaching on the other side of the platform. Thornton's originally lonely expression lit up the moment he saw Margaret. Margaret then explained her business proposition to him, Thornton stared tenderly with a smile, as if he was not listening to Margaret at all, Margaret was stammering when he stared (so cute~), Thornton then took Margaret's hand, Margaret Head down and kiss his hand, and the two begin to kiss - The Ultimate On-screen Kiss Forever! No romance in any love story can match this moment!
About the lines
In addition to the lines mentioned above, I also like the following -
John Thornton (to mother): I know she does not care for me. But I can't remain silent. I must ask her.
John Thornton (to Margaret): I spoke to you about my feelings because I love you. I have no thought for your reputation.
John Thornton (to Margaret): I don't want to possess you. I wish to marry you because I love you.
John Thornton (to mother): No one loves me. No one cares for me but you.
Mrs. Thornton (to his son): A mother's love holds fast and forever. A girl's love is like a puff of smoke. It changes with every wind.
John Thornton (to Margaret): I hope you realize that any foolish passion for you on my part is entirely over.
Margaret Hale (to Mrs. Thornton): You once accused me of not knowing what kind of man I'd rejected. And you were right. There are many fan-made fanvids
on Fanvid
Youtube, To be honest, such a touching love story, no matter what it is made of, with any music, can move people. Of all the fanvids I've seen, this one is my favorite -
http://www.tudou.com/programs/view/zOIgDZjuaqI/
Use this long article to commemorate my love for "South and North", even if Having written so much I still feel that there is a lot left unexpressed. I have never been so fascinated by a TV series. Every character and every scene is worth digging into and reminiscing about. I sincerely recommend it to anyone who likes British TV series, BBC, classical novels... and everyone who is passionate and can be moved. .
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