Recently I discovered that BBC had put out a new film adaptation of Charlotte Bronte's classic, Jane Eyre. I read the book a really long time ago. I love the story, but hadn't seen any of the movies. I think I've seen parts of the Timothy Dalton version made in 1983.
The new version is awesome! I am addicted to it! I first watched it when I rented it on Netflix. Even Peter really liked it. He was surprised that I liked such a spooky movie. I admit, it is a little creepy, but I already knew how things turned out, so it wasn't too scary for me. The two main actors did an amazing job. They were exactly how I pictured Jane and Mr. Rochester to be.
I had to buy it, and after calling two Best Buy locations, a Borders location, and Barnes and Noble, I finally found it! I think that was Saturday night and I have watched it probably three times since then. It is a really romantic story, and if any of you like Jane Eyre, you will probably like it as much as I do! I think that Toby Stephens is just such a great Mr. Rochester, I can't even begin to explain it. I think he gives Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy a run for his money. I don't want to ruin it for those who don't know the story, so I can't go into detail. But it really is a great film and I recommend it if you like period classics, Gothic romances, or beautiful music and scenery!
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Sounds great! I'll have to add it to my Netflix queue!
I'm totally gonna check it out. Thanks for the recommend! I read the book YEARS ago, but I love british stories like this. And I loved the BBC version of Pride and Prejudice. Maybe I can get Casey to watch with me...hmmm...
I loved it too. A very good version. Have you seen the new Jane Austen movies on PBS? They are also pretty good and the actors and actresses are a lot prettier than some of the older versions. Northanger Abbey and Mansfield Park were especially good just in case you are looking for another movie to rent.
One of my favorites as well - luckily I recorded it when they first had it on Masterpiece Theater! Have you seen North and South (not the civil war movie - it's a Jane Austen period movie - based on a very good book by Elizabeth Gaskill). I HIGHLY recommend it! Another leading man that gives Colin Firth a run for his money. I got it from the library and watched it three times before I had to return it and buy my own copy.
Jana
Hooray! I'm so glad that you liked this version and that you posted this. I've been thinking about buying it, but I wanted to know if it was good before I did!
I love this version too. It really is the best. My only problem is I can't stand Jane's mouth. But I love Mr. Rochester. He's so sexy! Ben liked it too!
I can't wait to watch it. I didn't know we had such similar tastes in books. I'm also LOVE harry potter, twilight, anything Jane Austin and Jane Eyre. Have you read 13 tales yet? It's really similar to Jane Eyre (disturbing yet romantic).
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