Here we are again. Another adaptation of the novel Jane Eyre written by Charlotte Bronte. This time Mia Wasikowska (Alice in Wonderland) plays the main character, Jane Eyre, and Michael Fassbender (Inglorious Basterds) plays her love interest, Edward Rochester. The big question, surrounding the film, is, well, is this film worth seeing since it has practically been done to death already. Overall, I would say yes.
For starters the film's beautiful cinematography alone makes the film worth seeing. In fact, that's the best thing the film has to offer and that is no insult to the actors and actresses that starred in the film. There are plenty of beautiful shots showing the open countryside of England as Jane wanders around, trying to find her place. Even inside the mansions the cinematography is just breathtaking and it truly adds to the film. The cinematography of the film creates a unique atmosphere that at times makes the film almost seem like a horror flick and it adds to the Gothic nature of the film.
One of the major standouts that I took notice to was the film's score. The score was done by Dario Marianelli, and he did a magnificent job. The score added tension to many scenes and, like the cinematography, added greatly to the atmosphere of the film. I feel without the strong score the film would have, at times, fallen flat and completely lost the interest of its audience and been a disaster.
Another strong point of the movie is the acting. Wasikowska plays a strong Jane Eyre and is definitely worthy of playing the role. She holds her own against the likes of Judi Dench and other great actors. Fassbender is equally, if not better, as great as Wasikowska and the two have wonderful chemistry together and it adds to the quality of the film. If the chemistry was absent between the two lead parts the film could have easily fallen apart and been a major disappointment. There are several scenes where the chemistry between Wasikowska and Fassbender truly shines and makes the film come to life.
However, while the film may have great cinematography, acting and a phenomenal score one cannot help but feel that the film seemed rushed. Too many crucial scenes of the film felt either short or rushed and ultimately it hurt the film. At times the scenes between Wasikowska and Fassbender didn't feel right even though the two had great chemistry. The film didn't leave enough time for their love to truly develop and feel natural. Instead, their love felt forced and at times unbelievable although the both connected well. It was not the actor's fault in this film it was the screenwriters fault who didn't let the love grow appropriately.
Overall, if you're a fan of the novel you won't be disappointed. There is enough in the film to keep the audience interested and that is what matters when all is said is done. Mia Wasikowska plays, what could be, the finest portrayal of Jane Eyre yet and is not let down by her fellow cast members. The film has wonderful cinematography and score that add to the film's atmosphere. If you haven't read the novel, like me, and you're interested in this type of movie I would easily recommend it.
For starters the film's beautiful cinematography alone makes the film worth seeing. In fact, that's the best thing the film has to offer and that is no insult to the actors and actresses that starred in the film. There are plenty of beautiful shots showing the open countryside of England as Jane wanders around, trying to find her place. Even inside the mansions the cinematography is just breathtaking and it truly adds to the film. The cinematography of the film creates a unique atmosphere that at times makes the film almost seem like a horror flick and it adds to the Gothic nature of the film.
One of the major standouts that I took notice to was the film's score. The score was done by Dario Marianelli, and he did a magnificent job. The score added tension to many scenes and, like the cinematography, added greatly to the atmosphere of the film. I feel without the strong score the film would have, at times, fallen flat and completely lost the interest of its audience and been a disaster.
Another strong point of the movie is the acting. Wasikowska plays a strong Jane Eyre and is definitely worthy of playing the role. She holds her own against the likes of Judi Dench and other great actors. Fassbender is equally, if not better, as great as Wasikowska and the two have wonderful chemistry together and it adds to the quality of the film. If the chemistry was absent between the two lead parts the film could have easily fallen apart and been a major disappointment. There are several scenes where the chemistry between Wasikowska and Fassbender truly shines and makes the film come to life.
However, while the film may have great cinematography, acting and a phenomenal score one cannot help but feel that the film seemed rushed. Too many crucial scenes of the film felt either short or rushed and ultimately it hurt the film. At times the scenes between Wasikowska and Fassbender didn't feel right even though the two had great chemistry. The film didn't leave enough time for their love to truly develop and feel natural. Instead, their love felt forced and at times unbelievable although the both connected well. It was not the actor's fault in this film it was the screenwriters fault who didn't let the love grow appropriately.
Overall, if you're a fan of the novel you won't be disappointed. There is enough in the film to keep the audience interested and that is what matters when all is said is done. Mia Wasikowska plays, what could be, the finest portrayal of Jane Eyre yet and is not let down by her fellow cast members. The film has wonderful cinematography and score that add to the film's atmosphere. If you haven't read the novel, like me, and you're interested in this type of movie I would easily recommend it.