Jane Eyre
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Jane comes to Thornfield Hall as a governess to the young ward of Edward Rochester. Denied love all her life, Jane can't help but be attracted to the intelligent, vibrant, energetic Mr. Rochester, a man twice her age. But just when Mr. Rochester seems to be returning the attention, he invites the beautiful
… More »Jane comes to Thornfield Hall as a governess to the young ward of Edward Rochester. Denied love all her life, Jane can't help but be attracted to the intelligent, vibrant, energetic Mr. Rochester, a man twice her age. But just when Mr. Rochester seems to be returning the attention, he invites the beautiful and wealthy Blanche Ingram and her party to stay at his estates. Meanwhile, the secret of Thornfield Hall could ruin all their chances for happiness.
« LessBased on the novel by Charlotte Brontë
Originally released as a motion picture in 1944
Special features: audio commentaries, isolated score and f/x track, feaaturette, Know your ally Britain (United States War Department film directed by Robert Stevenson), restoration comparison, theatrical trailer, production, storyboard and poster galleries
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Add a QuoteJane Eyre: "Are you going to be married, sir?" Edward Rochester: "Sometime -- why not? ...Well, I suppose you think no one will have me -- well you're wrong. You don't know these young ladies of fashion; they may not admire my person, but I assure you they... dote on my purse..."
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Add a CommentA looming, gothic adaptation from future Disney masterpiece director Robert Stevenson. Gorgeously photographed with a foreboding score from composer Bernard Herrmann (Citizen Kane, North By Northwest, Psycho, etc.). Orson Welles was the quintessential showman -- he dominates as the dark Rochester. Joan Fontaine was delightful as the obstinate, tormented, delicate heroine. An eleven year old Elizabeth Taylor, and Peggy Ann Garner (of one of my all time favorite films, Elia Kazan's "A Tree Grows In Brooklyn") complement this wonderful classic. Beautiful film. FIVE STARS.
Somehow I have never seen this film. It reminded me of Rebecca. Both starred brooding men with troubled but hidden pasts, living in large gothic mansions. Lots of dark shadows and lots of mystery. Orson Welles and Joan Fontaine are excellent in the lead roles.
Orson Welles is the best Mr. Rochester on Film. This is not Disney, but is the work of Robert Stevenson so have included on "classic Disney @ EPL" list.