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2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
 Wonderfully retold Nov 15, 2009
This rendition of the story with so much more focus on the relationship between Jane and Rochester, wins hands-down in many ways. Ruth Wilson and Toby Stephens gives the two characters life. Stephens is a great actor, definitive, and a believable, emotional Rochester, and Wilson is as I would imagine Jane would truly be. In her voice, and her eyes, facial expressions, Jane's character comes through, strengths and weaknesses, delivering a believable Jane.
I have watched the two disc adaptation numerous times now and each time I get so caught up in Jane's emotions as she comes to love Thornfield Hall, and Adele, and the other staff, and of course Edward Rochester. Her emotions on screen are captivating especially when she grieves for being apart from Rochester. And I truly like the fact that the story is also told, in some scenes from Rochester's point of view. You experience the tug of his emotions, his struggle with the dark secret he carries, and his growing admiration and love for this girl who is becoming such an important part of his life.
Both players are truly excellent at portraying their characters, and I loved it. For me it is worthy of being part of the Masterpiece library.
I have been, for a long time, an arduous fan of the Jane Eyre remake that sported Zelah Clark as Jane and Timothy Dalton as Mr. Rochester. As an ardent Dalton fan, I remain a fan of that adaptation as it is a lovely replay. I place this rendition with Ruth Wilson and Toby Stephens on par with it as each tells the story in its unique way and both are beautifully and wonderfully done with performers who know how to strut their stuff.
0 of 3 found the following review helpful:
 Leading Lady Nov 01, 2009
The leading lady in this movie makes the entire production almost unbearable to watch. Her voice is absolutely monotone and whiny. Her attempt to play a character whose superiority and self righteousness lies just under the radar is transparent and obnoxious.
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Simply Wonderful. Oct 31, 2009
After re-reading the book last month, I wanted to find a film that would capture the book in its best. After reading lots of reviews of different versions, I checked this out from the library, and I'm so glad I did. I actually watched it three days in a row, it is that good. Ruth Wilson and Toby Stephens depict Bronte's characters so well...even subtle facial features make Jane and Mr. Rochester come alive. Although I often feel that watching a movie is never quite as good as reading the book, I felt like I was reliving the emotions of the book in watching this version. The movie sticks very closely to the book, and I thought it was a great balance of time spent on Jane's childhood and her adulthood. In my opinion, the film captures the inward turmoil and repressed passion of Jane and Mr. Rochester and tells their love story marvelously. It is brilliantly cast and staged, and all together wonderful. You must watch this...you will not be disapointed!
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Very Good Oct 05, 2009
I found myself thinking "why would they cast this lady as Jane Eyre" she is not very attractive but as the movie went on I found myself really wanting her to come out on top so it must just work. I really enjoyed the actors and actresses it was great.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Sooo good Sep 16, 2009
I love this actress. I wish she was in more stuff. I had to watch a scene several times, because I loved it so much. If you like Jane Austen movies like the old Pride and Prejudice (with Colin Firth), you will definitely like this Bronte movie. The only thing I can say is that some parts come off weirder than they are, but stick through it, it will all come together in the end:)
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