Jane Eyre (BBC)
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Movie Reviews of Jane Eyre (BBC)
Movie Review: Probably only for the die-hard fan.
Summary: 4 Stars
I watched this as a die-hard fan of Jane Eyre who is determined to watch and own every filmed version of the book. While I think experiencing this version was a worthwhile exercise in its own right, I don't think this version offers anything that hasn't been done better since. In fact, I would say everything was improved upon only 10 years later, in the 1983 BBC version. For example, this version's faithfulness to the novel was matched, if not superceded, in the equally faithful ( and I think more dynamic) 1983 BBC version. Also, while the best thing about this version for me is Michael Jayston as Mr. Rochester - he's attractive enough to be compelling and gruff enough to be Mr. Rochester - I believe Timothy Dalton is more compelling in the 1983 version. Similarly, Sorcha Cusack, for me, suffered in comparison to Zelah Clarke's understanding and portrayal of Jane's passion. The production values in both versions seem to be about the same; they're shot much like a play. They both include outdoor scenes, but no accompanying music. If you're looking for a film version so you don't have to read the book, go with the 1983 BBC version. If you just enjoy the story, as I do, you probably won't regret the 4 hours you spend watching it yet again.Movie Review: The second best adaptation
Summary: 4 Stars
I watched every Jane Eyre adaptation. T. Dalton's is my favorite. I can't take my eyes of him. It is not just look, but certain magnetism and he plays character very true to the book. Mr. Rochestor suppose to be phisically strong, dark, moody. St. John's actor is also handsome, but he leaves me cold.
M. Jayston's performance is very talented, but he looks old and frail. His Jane doesn't have to be afraid of him even when he is mad. She is quite a big woman, more musculane than him.
I don't enjoy looking at M. Jayston (sorry his fans, but that is the world of entertainment).
I think Clarke is better for the role of Jane. This Jane I can hardly call "pet lamb". Also she is too warm, outgoing, cries too often. Jane should be quite and reserved as a little nun.
Mr. Mason supposed to be a handsome man. He is handsome in 1983 series, but not in this one.
I also get annoyed by narrating.
Somehow I just like everybody and everything in 1983 better.
Movie Review: A Pleasant Eyre
Summary: 4 Stars
It is important to keep in mind that this version of 'Jane Eyre' was produced in 1973 and therefore the production quality is dated. Nonetheless, the screen play is excellent and the characterizations faithful to Bronte's novel, a close version of which appears ten years later in the Clark/Dalton 'Jane Eyre'.
With an excellent supporting cast, Cusack & Jayston do an adirmable job as Jane & Rochester. The costuming is beautiful though I suspect represents a period somewhat before Bronte's.
BLOOPER: in one of the earlier walks taken by Jane & Mr. Rochester on the grounds of Thornfield with Pilot, Pilot, in the background, heads toward a tree from which extends a hand & forearm, modern white cuff and suit jacket arm and all. I suspect the tree's hand was holding a dog treat.
While this 'Jane Eyre' lacks the spark of the Clark/Dalton film, it is worth adding to your collection if you are a 'Jane Eyre' groupie.
Movie Review: A Darker Mr. Rodchester and a quiet production
Summary: 4 Stars
This version of Jane Eyre was a PBS production back in the 80's and has a slight feeling of being 'dated". It is very quiet with no background music at all and this actually adds beautifully to the atmosphere. The acting is outstanding, but the character of Edward Rodchester is a little over the top in his grumpy and nasty disposition. I really wondered how Jane could fall for him at all because he was even nasty to little Adelle. Overall, if you are an "EyreHead"--this is a must see production. The actress playing Jane fits well into the "plain" catagory, but has a certan fiesty quality that is well realized. The production falls very close to the books dialogue and follows C. Bronte's story more closely than most. It is long, being 6 episodes, but well worth an afternoon of visiting Bronte country and peeking into the world of this Charlotte Bronte's masterpiece. She would have really liked this one.Movie Review: Definitely a pleasure
Summary: 4 Stars
This is my second favorite adaptation of Jane Eyre. I suggest you see the 1983 BBC version starring Timothy Dalton and Zelah Clarke and if you have seen that version already, this one offers a few scenes that were missing in the aforementioned edition. I believed both versions should be viewed.