Jane Eyre with William Hurt: DVD Cover

    Jane Eyre Director: Franco Zeffirelli Cast: William Hurt, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Joan Plowright, Anna Paquin

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    • DVD Release Date: 02/04/2003
    • Original Release: 1996
    • Rating: Rated PG
    • Sales Rank: 9,463

    Viewer Rating: (27 ratings)

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    Features

    Closed Caption; Theatrical trailer; "All About Jane" special

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    Scene Index

    Side #1 --
    1. Opening Credits: Willful and Obstinate [8:33]
    2. Next to Godliness? [5:25]
    3. Correcting Nature [5:42]
    4. "Forever and Always" [5:15]
    5. Starting Anew [8:05]
    6. The Rochester Estate [3:51]
    7. Aiding A Stranger? [7:33]
    8. "Better Than Some" [2:42]
    9. Shadows and Beauty [5:10]
    10. Honoring Obligations [5:22]
    11. "You're A Fool" [3:38]
    12. A Party at Thornfield [2:39]
    13. "It Is Not Her Fault" [6:40]
    14. Guilt and Forgiveness [4:46]
    15. "As I Promised" [6:43]
    16. Regrets? [1:25]
    17. Mrs. Rochester [5:36]
    18. "Don't Leave Me, Jane!" [3:08]
    19. Recovering Strength [5:28]
    20. "Our Happiness, Complete" [4:12]
    21. End Credits [5:56]

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    Editorial Reviews

    Director Franco Zeffirelli stresses emotional realism over gothic chills in this restrained adaptation of Charlotte Bronte's classic. The screenplay, by Zeffirelli and Hugh Whitmore, remains relatively faithful to the original story, beginning with a condensed look at the troubled childhood of young Jane (Anna Paquin) and her mistreatment by a cruel aunt (Fiona Shaw). The bulk of the film centers on Jane as an adult (Charlotte Gainsbourg), a prim governess who accepts a position at Thornfield Hall caring for the young Adele (Josephine Serre). There Jane also must deal with the estate's head, Edward Rochester (William Hurt), a mysteriously brooding yet oddly alluring older man. She finds herself drawn to Rochester, but their potential romance is threatened by Jane's fears and Rochester's internal torment. Rather than the spooky visuals of earlier adaptations, Zeffirelli and cinematographer David Watkins opt for a subdued gloominess, placing emphasis on Gainsbourg's and Hurt's wounded portrayals. Fans of the gothic will likely find Zeffirelli's interpretation anemic in comparison to the passionate 1944 version with Joan Fontaine and Orson Welles, though others may appreciate the more naturalistic and faithful approach. Judd Blaise, All Movie Guide

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    Jane Eyreby Anonymous

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    October 23, 2009: I never heard of the book but remembered seeing an adaptation to it, the one with Ruth Wilson. I then saw this one and it would been better if I had read the book first. As a movie its interesting, maybe a little fast in some parts, particularly the ending to be honest, but still a good film. You have the title character who is sent to a school after living a harsh life with her Aunt and cousins. At the school she isn't treated well there either except for two who become her friends then later as an adult she goes to a house as a governess and meets Mr. Rochester. The actors did really good, especially Charlotte as Jane and William Hurt as Rochester. Is it just me or in some scenes with William as Rochester remind anyone of Liam Neeson? Anyway, obviously you should read the book first then see this movie. Recommend this and Wuthering Heights also by author Emily Bronte.

    I Also Recommend: Wuthering Heights, Jane Eyre (Barnes & Noble Classics Series).

    The Bestby Anonymous

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    April 06, 2009: Out of all the "Jane Eyre" films I've seen, this is by far the best. I have the orginial film with Orson Wells. It is darker then the newer one. I think William Hurt & Charlotte Gainsbourg did a wonderful job with the characters.


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