Jane Eyre
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Movie Reviews of Jane Eyre
Movie Review: Zeffirelli's version is excellent
Summary: 5 Stars
The cinematography and attention to period detail is breathtaking and natural.One finds oneself engrossed in the time period of this film.This version excellently conveys one of the central themes of the English novel of its time:a woman is relegated to her place in society based upon the circumstances of her birth.How does she escape her social bondage?Jane Eyre is a triumphant herione because of her strength of character.Thus,expect a "plain Jane" in her role,whose beauty lives in her spirit and courage,rather than her appearance.William Hurt's portrayal of the tortured protaganist was surprisingly outstanding.He is both charming and inaccessible;witty and complex;vulnerable and strong.And most important,convincingly appealing,at least to a middle aged woman!The supporting roles were outstanding,especially the housekeeper.The mystery of the house is both suspenseful and intriguing--it will definitley keep you engrossed.All elements worked together to a make this version outstanding.Ultimately,when reading a review I want to know if the film is worth purchasing.I have watched it repeatedly and am pleased I purchased this faithful adaptation and beautifully filmed version.Movie Review: The Fairy and the Madwoman
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie tells the story of Jane Eyre beautifully; if not perfectly word-for-word matched to the book, it communicates the classic story in a manner that is both true, effective, and beautiful. Bronte's story was one filled with pain and suffering, balanced by unspeakable joy and love; this film captures that (if I may be so bold as to speak for a world-class author who lived some two hundred years ago) just as she would have liked. Gainsbourg portrays Jane Eyre with brilliancy: the gentle and compassionate schoolteacher/governess is harmonious with the passionate spirit, honest tongue, and fierce determination that Charlotte Bronte so masterfully implanted into her unusual heroine.
A word of caution to those who may prefer action movies and plots that rush along at ten thousand miles per hour: This is a thought-provoking film and an intriguing mystery, and while there is a touch of the thrilling, it is NOT an action movie, and there are no swords. Sorry :(
This movie goes well with a few of your girlfriends, a cozy blanket, a soft couch, and a big bowl of ice cream; you will enjoy it!!!
Movie Review: I'm in love with William Hurt's Mr. Rochester!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is my favorite version of the movie. I feel the actors portray the characters very accurately. In the book Jane had a very cool/calm/together demeanor and Charlotte Gainsbourg pulls this off beautifully along with her plain appearance. I'm a big William Hurt fan and feel this is his best work. To me, he IS Mr. Rochester. The only negative thing I have to say is the storyline strayed from the book... a lot. But we must keep in mind the book is very long and this movie isn't a big Hollywood creation. A smaller budget combined with time constraints force the writers to come up with a creative way to jam the story into 2 hours. I think they've done a nice enough job of making sense so those who've never read the book won't be left with too many questions. Those of us who are familiar with Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre can fill in the spaces quite nicely with our imaginations. Recently I watched the A&E version of Jane Eyre. It was done terribly and leaves me appreciating Zeffirelli's version even more.Movie Review: LOVE IS ... a BLIND eye..
Summary: 5 Stars
A love which is hidden by a harsh attitude,but then a deep sense of humanity,sensibility,tenderness and emotions aroused between a man and a woman.I have not yet seen a movie wherein the protagonist is a good looking,but the heroin is well....The most beautiful thing is the thing that doesn't exist.
Jane Eyre is a wonderful,pleasant young lady,very intelligent and indipendent.The play isn't exactly like written in the book,but this movie is so beautifully made.You see beautiful landscape in far England.
The sceneries includes an old castle gloomy and dimmed,old bags of early 18th century except little Adele and Miss Blanche... oil lamps and creepy atmospheres,the 'mad' who howled out of nowhere....
Remember a Chinese wisdom? the great love and the great achievements,involve great risks.
Jane feels cold near Mr.Rochester,but I'd feel hot near William Hurts.
Apart from the flames,my compliments to Miss Joan Plowright.
Movie Review: Best Mr. Rochester Portrayal
Summary: 5 Stars
Having read this book numerous times and having seen three film versions of this classic, I have to say that William Hurt is exactly what the author would have intended for Mr. Rochester. I also like the Orson Welles' and Ciaran Hinds' performances, this review is not meant to reflect poorly on their skills; however, I believe that William Hurt not only read this classic, but also studied it. A special thank you to him for doing so - it is extremely important to treat masterpieces with such care. He was the perfect choice for this movie. If I were going to say anything bad about this film, I would have to say that the performances of the other actors seem to be a struggle in comparison to that of Mr. Hurt. They still did a fine job, but he did such a superb job that it seems the others are all reaching somewhat. But I still believe this was well-cast, and I am looking forward to watching it several more times.