Mr. Malcolm's List

"The deceptions and symmetries are standard, but the actors are marvelous..."

"A congenial comedy of manners."

"Emma Holly Jones' lively telling of Suzanne Allain's popular novel offers a winning cast, playful banter, and a brutal mean streak."

"It’s just missing a few details that could have made it a classic."

"It’s a pleasant enough diversion, that will likely be best remembered for colorblind casting done right."

"Though the film is initially hamstrung by a clash of creative visions, its class-consciousness is a welcome twist."

"These historical embroideries -- as well as an appealing, diverse cast -- might make for splendid cinema if only they weren’t trapped in a confused story line that starts as a revenge scheme before veering into romance."

"Luckily for us, the flawed but charming (film has) Freida Pinto as a winsome romantic lead, finally receiving her flowers in a perfectly matched role."

"The film is too soft at heart to condemn Julia as a manor-bred mean girl. (It might be more fun if it wasn't)."

"Mr. Malcolm's List ticks off regency romance requirements quite as if the filmmakers are under the impression the audience has a list."

"Ersatz-Austen..."