Jane Eyre [2011]
It’s a real shame that this exquisitely shot drama, which had its premiere all the way back in March, has fallen completely off the radar awards-wise. This talky, austere umpteenth production of Charlotte Brontë’s novel features, naturally, fantastic dialogue and assured direction, courtesy of Cary Joji Fukunaga. The cast, a veritable who’s who of British talent, shines: Amelia Clarkson as a young Jane, new A-lister Michael Fassbender, veteran Judi Dench and Jamie Bell hold their own against a marvelous Mia Wasikowska, in one of the most underrated performances of the year. As with many other costume dramas, the art direction for Jane Eyre is flawless.
Jane Eyre was one of my honorable mentions for 2011. It’s been shamefully overlooked. Good call!
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What is this, the 90th adaptation of Jane Eyre? And I haven’t seen one. If I ever plan to, I’ll be sure to start with this one.
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Yeah, Jane Eyre has been taken to the screen a lot of times now but this 2011 film is the first I’ve ever seen. I totally recommend it. Mia Wasikowska impresses me more and more each time.
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I liked this. My review will be up soon.
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