This is a terrible adaptation, an insult to the legacy of Jane Austen. It feels like everyone connected with the production would be better off if they had disrespected Austen's memory directly. The thought of people discovering Austen’s work through this film genuinely makes me upset.

Some viewers have voiced strong dislike for this film, and I understand why some of them feel that way. Those who consider themselves strict Jane Austen fans are quite upset ("furious purists" - try saying that quickly!). The story has been brought into the present day—in a limited fashion. You’ll notice modern language and phrases appearing occasionally, yet it's still clearly set in the past. It manages to have a c…

It’s common with adaptations that those who've read the book will likely find fault with nearly every alteration; however, people new to Jane Austen’s novel might be able to simply enjoy it as a movie. I fall into that second category and was pleasantly surprised. Even though the story unfolds along very familiar lines, often in a predictable and cliché way, Dakota Johnson delivers a wonderful performance, and the…