Filmmaker Byrum Geisler, interviewed after the film's showing at the 2016 Virginia Film Festival, noted that he was inspired to portray all of Pride and Prejudice "backwards," and indeed he does. The most remarkable difference between the two works would be the change in focus from feminism to sexuality. While staying true to Austen's general storyline, the alterations in characterization and relationships make Geisler's film fresh and innovative.
In this most creative millennial version, Darcy is a poor "real" man who seems confused vis-a-vis his sexuality, and unable to admit his gayness —although pairing him up with a woman whose character simultaneously embodies both Lady Catherine and Caroline Bingley, two of Jane Austen's most hated characters, is enough to send any man looking for alternative love interests. Bingley too is a man who lives close to the earth, and is not particularly well off: a startling depiction of the man who, in Austen's Pride & Prejudice, was sought after by many for his incredible affluence. In another socioeconomic class reversal, the Bennetts in Before the Fall are relatively prosperous, and the older Bennett brother counsels his sister Jane against pairing her future with a man of such uncertain prospects as Bingley.
Before the Fall comments on how gayness is the same kind of social taboo as marrying someone from a different class in nineteenth century England, but it also comments on the perception of more feminine gay men, who face a stronger prejudice and cannot hide their sexuality.
Damn I love it. It's so romantic and I like how they twist the novel for the gay audience. So cool. There's no instant chemistry between the two men but I love their growing chemistry.
The actor playing Lee Darcy is so hot. I love the enigma of his look. Perfect for the character.
I also how they utilize the beauty of Virginia's National Park. The cinematography is beautiful.
I love this film. I could watch it again and again. Simplicity at its best!
First of all, I want to Thank Marcus so much, I've watch lots of good quality gay movies from here. __________________________________
About this movie, in the beginning it feels so cheap, the sound mixing and some of characters acting is not that good, I almost stop watching, but after awhile, especially outdoor scene, it's getting better, in the end I love it. the cinematography is good, and I love the story.
