Masterpiece Theatre: Jane Eyre: Amazon.ca: Ruth Wilson, Toby Stephens, Lorraine Ashbourne, Pam Ferris, Ned Irish, Cosima Littlewood, Aidan McArdle, Tara Fitzgerald, Elsa Mollien, Rebekah Staton, Andrew Buchan, Arthur Cox, Mike Eley, Susanna White, Diederick Santer, Helga Dowie, Phillippa Giles, Rebecca Eaton: DVD

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After a wretched childhood, orphaned Jane Eyre yearns for new experiences. She accepts a governess position at Thornfield Hall, where she tutors a lively French girl named Adèle. She soon finds herself falling in love with the brooding master of the house-the passionate Mr. Rochester. Jane gradually wins his heart, but they must overcome the dark secrets of the past before they can find happiness.

When Jane saves Rochester from an eerie fire, she begins to suspect that there are many mysteries behind the walls of Thornfield Hall. Her fears are confirmed when Rochester's secret past is revealed, destroying her chance for happiness, and forcing Jane to flee Thornfield. Penniless and hungry, she finds shelter and friendship in the shape of a kind clergyman and his family. But she is soon shocked to uncover the deeply hidden truth of her own past.

This lavish and sensual new version of Charlotte Brontë's classic novel is modern and moody, timeless and romantic. Starring Toby Stephens as Mr. Rochester, Ruth Wilson as Jane, and Francesca Annis as Lady Ingram.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The best by far!, Jan 24 2007

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Vala Mal Doran (Ontario, Canada) - See all my reviews
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This is the best adaptation of Jane Eyre that I have ever viewed! The chemistry between Toby Stephens and Ruth Wilson is outstanding. Toby Stephens, who mostly works in theatre, really brings a refreshing approach to Rochester. In the beginning, he seems so hard and cold. And yet, in another scene, as he baits and flirts with Jane, you are drawn in by his charm. You can clearly see the agony on his face, as he tests Jane to see if she truly loves him. Ruth Wilson, a relative newcomer to acting, is the perfect combination of plain determination and heartfelt sorrow. Her pain is clearly expressed through her words and facial expressions, and I would be amazed if other people did not reach for their tissues as I did, on more that one occasion. They took their time with this production and you can really see the changes in both Rochester and Jane, as they realize that they have found their true soulmate.

Once again, the BBC did not skimp on production value. The sets, costumes and landscapes are perfect and beautiful. Thornfield Hall is both beautiful and sinister at the same time. The rest of the cast is wonderful, especially Mrs. Fairfax and the mysterious Grace Poole.

I cannot wait to receive my copy so that I may watch it again! And again!

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Jane's integrity compromised, April 21 2008

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Chapina "stu_dent" (Ontario, CA) - See all my reviews

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I love the story of Jane Eyre, and the movie was well done. My only complaint is that the way Jane interacts with Mr. Rochester at times is not in keeping with the book and compromises the integrity and purity she was portrayed as having in the original story. I thought the casting was good and aside from the undesireable changes I enjoyed the movie.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Another Great Masterpiece!, Mar 6 2007

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Z. Thomson (South Surrey, BC,Canada) - See all my reviews
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I loved this adaptation of Jane Eyre! Watching it on TV I realized right away that I had to get a copy of it. Ruth Wilson seems to have a firm grasp on the character of Jane, despite being a relative newcomer. She says a whole lot with just her eyes. Toby Stephens has just the right combination of gruffness, mystery and wicked playfullness that Mr. Rochester possesses. As the two of them begin their friendship their restrained passion for each other becomes so strong that it's almost palpable! What chemistry! I highly recommend this movie, as the flow and the many details that are brought in, and even the length of it, are perfect! It is another first rate BBC production and I can't stop talking about it with my friends!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Toby Stephens IS Rochester
As an unashamed fan of Jane Eyre I have seen various representations of Rochester. O.K., so it isn't exactly like the novel, but the spirit of the novel. Read more

Published 5 months ago by Kate Cormier

5.0 out of 5 stars TOBY STEPHENS IS EXCELLENT ACTOR
Do'nt miss to see this DVDs the story and the acting it is so good especially Toby Stephens. After I wached this DVD I bought 5 DVDs with defrent story for Toby.

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Published 7 months ago by MMM