The story is based on Jane Austen's novel about five sisters - Jane, Elizabeth, Mary, Kitty and Lydia Bennet - in Georgian England. Their lives are turned upside down when a wealthy young man (Mr. Bingley) and his best friend (Mr. Darcy) arrive in their neighborhood.
Golden Globes:
Nominated for Best Motion Picture - Musical Or Comedy
Keira Knightley - Nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
Academy Awards:
Keira Knightly - Nominated for Performance by an actress in a leading role
Sarah Greenwood and Katie Spencer - Nominated for Achievement in art direction
Jacqueline Durran - Nominated for Achivement in costume design
Dario Marianelli - Nominated for Achievement in music written for motion pictures (Original score)