Jane Eyre
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Movie Reviews of Jane Eyre
Movie Review: Very Good But I Prefer Orson Welles As Rochester
Summary: 4 Stars
Welles did such a definitive Rochester for me, exactly as my mind's eye saw him in the novel, that it is hard for me to appreciate anyone else in that role. However, George C. Scott did a very good, very restrained Rochester in his later version and this version presents a very good Rochester as well. Morton as Jane Eyre confirms my earlier opinion from her performance in "Sweet And Low Down" that she is an actress to watch. As far as faithfulness to the novel, I really don't demand that from films which are a very different creative medium from novels. The basic story has become a timeless classic, often copied but never equaled. Jane is a poor orphan who becomes a governess for Rochester's ward. He is a wealthy man with a beautiful estate. They fall in love but a horrible dilemma from his past comes forth to haunt them both.Movie Review: Engaging and True to the Novel
Summary: 4 Stars
I really like this version of Jane Eyre. Fans of romantic/historical movies will enjoy the detailed sets and costumes as well as the high drama. Fans of the novel will appreciate a script that's true to the book without ploddingly recreating it word-for-word or--just as bad--peppered with anachronisms in an attempt to make Jane Eyre hip and modern.
Samantha Morton brings Jane's underlying strength of character to life and Ciaran Hinds, as Mr. Rochester, does very well with a character that can easily be overplayed to the point of silliness. They are supported by a strong cast, including Gemma Jones as Mrs. Fairfax. The overall production value is as high as the caliber of the acting.
This is a good, strong production, though I do wish that the DVD came with some extras.
Movie Review: A valiant attempt, and an Excellent Mr. Rochester
Summary: 4 Stars
Cirian Hinds resonates with the dark, seething energy which is Mr. Rochester. His portrayal is fantastic! Samantha Morton is a fairly good Jane, and definitely meets the physical expectations of the small, plain governess. This version is a good attempt at capturing the beautiful relationship shared by Jane and Mr. Rochester, but falls short, mainly I think due to time constraints. It is impossible to cram all the plot development, intense dialogue and stirring emotion of this book into a 2 hour movie. If you are wanting a more faithful portrayal of the book, check out the version with Timothy Dalton. The Cirian Hinds/Samantha Morton version lacks in plot and character development, but is a valiant attempt at capturing the essence of the classic book.Movie Review: Shortened, yes, still good though..
Summary: 4 Stars
Admittedly, this is a truncated version, which is not entirely faithful to the novel. If this is a problem for anyone, this is not a version for you (many others to choose from). However, I cannot help liking just about anything with Ciaran Hinds in it. IMO, he IS Mr. Rochester. I also loved Samantha Morton as Jane.
I kind of just wish that they used these same actors and plugged them into a more full length miniseries, rather than a feature length film. Jane Eyre really needs to be done as a miniseries.
That said, this is a workable, enjoyable version well worth a view for Hinds and Morton.
Movie Review: Jane Eyre in under 2 hours
Summary: 4 Stars
Given that a book of this length and complexity would be a challenge to film in less than 4-6 hours, I found this version as good as could be expected. Samantha Morton made an excellent Jane, with her innate pride gradually giving way to her deep love for the haughty Mr Rochester, excellently played by Ciaran Hinds. A life-affirming adaptation of a very complex novel, the only raw touch for me was the character of St John Rivers, none of whose coldness and manipulation was shown. The scenery was stunningly filmed and formed the right impression of brooding foreboding. Excellent value for money.