by Mark Deming
synopsis
This made-for-TV feature was the tenth screen adaptation of the classic Gothic romance by Charlotte Bronte. Jane Eyre (Samantha Morton, who two years later would earn an Oscar nomination for her performance in Woody Allen's Sweet and Lowdown) grew up an orphan under trying circumstances, but through hard work and determination, she has gained an education and is employed as a governess at the Thornfield Hall estate. Jane quickly falls in love with the brooding and secretive owner of Thornfield, Mr. Rochester (Ciaran Hinds). He soon falls for her as well, but before they can reach the altar, a number of shocking secrets threaten to destroy their romance. This version of Jane Eyre made its American debut on the A&E Cable Network.
characteristics
- Romance
- Orphan
- Romantic
- Secrets
- Yearning
- Servants And Employers
- Nannies And Caregivers
- Haunted By The Past
- Deception
- Deceit
- Desire
- Estate
- Governess
- Gothic
- A Good Cry
