Review of Jane Eyre (2011) by Enrica C — 14 Mar 2012

A very well-orchestrated movie, "Jane Eyre" will easily make you jump back in time. Locations are lovely, the story very sad, the soundtrack very appropriate. Acting was also great: I couldn't recognize either Mia Wasikowska or Michael Fassbender even if I had a feeling I knew who they were --- I see this as a good sign, means that I was so taken by these characters I could not even recognize them! Also, you can clearly see the chemistry between the main characters which is kind of important considering that this is a romance/drama movie. Simply said, one of the best adaption of Emily Bronte's 'Jane Eyre'.

What I loved the most about this movie was the time line it followed. It added mystery to the story by jumping back and forward in time -- I thought that was an improvement to the book... A few scenes just blew me away. This is a movie I'd like to see again sometimes in the future, it just felt right in every single scene.

If you're looking into a quality movie set in the England of the past, here it is. Just be aware this movie is really sad, nostalgic, 'cold' -- but it made me feel something, and I really appreciated its care for details and its soft atmosphere. Recommended.