New adaptations of Pride and Prejudice offer diverse modern takes on the classic love story

Several new adaptations of "Pride and Prejudice" offer fresh perspectives on the classic story. In modern settings, Elizabeth Bennet is portrayed as a lawyer in Cincinnati and a magazine writer in her late 30s, while her sister Jane is a yoga instructor. Other reimaginings include a Muslim community in Toronto, where Ayesha, an aspiring poet, faces cultural pressures. Additionally, a historical fantasy features Jane Ellsworth using magical skills to navigate romantic misunderstandings in an alternate Regency-era England. A horror-comedy version places Elizabeth in a zombie-infested England, where she fights to protect her family. Another adaptation focuses on Mary Bennet's journey of self-acceptance, highlighting her struggles with feelings of inadequacy.