By many regarded as the most faithful adaptation of the story of a young governess who falls in love with edward rochester, the master of thornfield hall. The serial stars zelah clarke as the title character, and timothy dalton as edward rochester. Bbc drama jane eyre the history of jane eyre onscreen. Although zelah clarkes personality doesnt come across as passionate as jane eyre was purported to be, she gives a pretty good performance. It is a story of a woman who struggles with a world in which she doesnt quite fit. Jane eyre screenplay by moira buffini based on the novel by. Timothy dalton and anna caldermarshall as heathcliff and catherine in the 1970 film of wuthering heights.
I havent seen the 2006 version but i did see a clip on youtube and he was too flirty for my tastes. Studying the art writing and critique of the three leading art writers of the latter 20th century with focus on. Jane eyre 1983 tv serialbbc episode 4directed by julian amyeswritten by charlotte bronte novel and. Its representation of the underside of domestic life and the hypocrisy behind religious enthusiasm drew both praise and bitter criticism, while charlotte brontes striking expose of poor living conditions for children in charity schools as. Jane eyre searches for love, someone to care for her, and someone to care for, and finds it in unexpected places. Jane eyre flees thornfield house, where she works as a governess for wealthy edward rochester. Clarke lamented in an interview that the role of jane had virtually ended her career.
Reed fiona shaw, and sent to be raised in a harsh charity school for girls. Voir plus didees sur le theme paris, jane eyre et lithographie. Touching upon themes like feminism, mental illness, sexuality, and religion, this revolutionary novel was considered to be far ahead of its time and is considered to be one of the great works of 19thcentury literature. The 1983 version is the first i saw and all other jane eyre movies have suffered for it. With his brooding performance and deep understanding of how to play a byronic hero, hes the perfect rochester.
Mar 11, 2011 i first saw the timothy dalton version when it was aired back in 1983 and have never found a rochester yet to compare. A young governess falls in love with her mysterious employer, but a terrible secret puts their. It was incredibly close to the book with lots of original dialogue. The story of jane eyre, the plain quakerish governess is told from her childhood until she arrives at thornfield hall to tutor the young adele available on. I have seen several movies based on this classic by charlotte bronte, and this 1983 version starring zelah clarke as jane and timothy dalton as mr. Zelah clarke jane eyre 10 episodes, 1983 timothy dalton timothy dalton rochester 9 episodes, 1983 carol gillies carol gillies grace poole 6 episodes, 1983 james marcus james marcus john 5 episodes, 1983 shady shady pilot 5 episodes, 1983 ruth wilson jane eyre 4 episodes, 2006 toby stephens toby stephens. With anna caldermarshall, timothy dalton, harry andrews, pamela brown. Friendless, orphaned jane eyre takes a job as governess to a lively french girl. Download jane eyre money matters flirting mp3 mp4 3gp flv. Though not the strongest of the adaptions whenever i need a quick jane eyre on dvd fix this is the one i go to. Why is there so little recognition in dalton s filmography on this production. The serial stars zelah clarke as the title character, and timothy dalton as. See more ideas about jane eyre 1983, jane eyre and timothy dalton. Jane eyre anna paquin and charlotte gainsbourg is an orphan cast out as a young girl by her aunt, mrs.
Jane eyre adapted by moira buffini february 2010 2. Reminiscing on my favorite rochester jane eyres 1983. Jane eyre by charlotte bronte overdrive rakuten overdrive. Jane eyre is a 1983 british television serial adaptation of charlotte brontes 1847 novel of the same name, produced by bbc and directed by julian amyes. Deene park, located near corby, northamptonshire was used as the setting of rochesters thornfield hall cast. With zelah clarke, timothy dalton, carol gillies, james marcus. That he looks like timothy dalton doesnt hurt either.
Note to the third edition i avail myself of the opportunity which a third edition of jane eyre affords me, of again addressing a word to the public, to explain that my claim to the title of novelist rests on this one work alone. Scott is not my idea of a romantic leading man, coarse or not, and susannah york was twice the age of a young jane eyre who was to have resided at lowood for only 10 years. Aug 16, 2015 jane eyre full moviefilm part 117 jane eyre online strea. It remains a popular novel even today and not only is it a classic, but it is also considered far ahead of its time. A young governess falls in love with her mysterious employer, but a terrible secret puts their happiness at risk. I loved that the 1983 version was long and detailed and so faithful to the book. Post jobs, find pros, and collaborate commissionfree in our professional marketplace. Once finished with her schooling, and with no family that really cares of her she. I first saw the timothy dalton version when it was aired back in 1983 and have never found a rochester yet to compare.
I had forgotten how good it was and recently purchased it after viewing another movie with timothy dalton. The production values on the dalton jane eyre look a bit dated now and the leads are both far too good looking but these are. Drama jane eyre the history of jane eyre onscreen bbc. Yet, charlotte brontes classic tale is not about a life of misery, it is instead about the spirit of determination, perseverance and love of one jane eyre. Jane and bessie part ways, bessie returning to gateshead, and jane leaving for her new life at thornfield. Jun 22, 2014 1983 jane eyre timothy dalton play all share.
Timothy dalton as edward rochester, zelah clarke as jane eyre. Jul 30, 2015 i have read the book, jane eyre at least 100 times cover to cover. Ruth wilson played jane eyre opposite toby stephens mr rochester in the 2006 bbc miniseries. Project gutenberg offers 62,125 free ebooks to download. Her first job in the outside world is governess to the ward of mr. Jane eyre on dvdbluray 1983 broadway on video database. When she saves him from a fire, she finds that there are many secrets to learn. My favorites are the 2011 version with mia wasikowska and michael fassbender for best movie, and the 1983 adaptation of jane eyre, starring timothy dalton for best miniseries, and the closest version to the book ever filmed. This section details janes experiences at lowood, from her first day at the school to her final one some nine years later. Zelah clarke as jane, timothy dalton as rochester until the 2006 version, this was the bbcs latest adaptation of the novel. Ebook back to the writing as pdf download portable. Edward fairfax rochester didnt flirt with jane eyre. If, therefore, the authorship of other works of fiction. Jane eyre by charlotte bronte full text free book part 111.
Rent jane eyre 1983 starring timothy dalton and zelah clarke on dvd and bluray. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. I think the best jane eyre adaptation starred timothy dalton and zelah clarke. Dec 6, 2018 fantastic actor with a fabulous face see more ideas about timothy dalton, actor and james bond. Reminiscing on my favorite rochester jane eyres 1983 bbc.
While there have been other adaptations of jane eyre for television. Jane eyre 2006 deleted separation scenes by ksotikoula. In my opinion, the 2007 jane eyre with ruth wilson and toby stephens is, for many reasons, the more satisfying film experience, but the general quality and length of this 1983 production make it the most faithful to the book. Zelah clarke born 5 april 1954 is a british actress who has mainly appeared in television. Jane eyre is a 1983 british television serial adaptation of charlotte bronte s novel of the same name, produced by bbc and directed by julian amyes. Timothy dalton went on to play james bond in the living daylights. Rochester timothy dalton, a man of many secrets and mercurial moods. Mar 11, 2011 jane eyre may claim not to have one, but you may think otherwise. Background information for jane eyre background information for jane eyre by charlotte bronte jane eyre. The scenes between clarke and dalton crackle with chemistry. Afbeeldingsresultaat voor jane eyre 1983 full movie moana movie download. Rochesters coldness have sorely tested the young womans resilience, forged years earlier when she was orphaned.
Jun 25, 2008 i do love this adaption very much but i have to say i also adore the timothy dalton zelah clark version from the 80s as well. Jane eyre when it was first published over 150 years ago, created a public scandal. Aug 23, 2011 tv and film adaptations of jane eyre a list of the many adaptations of charlotte brontes famous novel. At the heart of the drama lies the commendable performance of the characters. Ppt jane eyre powerpoint presentation free to view. Joolia cappleman, zelah clarke and timothy dalton, carol gilliesoriginal air date. In time, she finds herself in love with the childs guardian. Doomed lovers catherine and heathcliff are torn apart by their own selfishness and hate.
By charlotte bronte illustrated and unabridged read full ebook. The scenes after the failed wedding when timothy dalton is distraught at the thought of losing jane are the best i have seen. Rochester brings miss ingram to thornfield jane eyre with timothy dalton as. Jane eyre, played by zelah clarke, edward rochester aka mr. Jane eyre zelah clarke is a mistreated orphan who learns to survive by relying on her independence and intelligence. With william hurt, charlotte gainsbourg, anna paquin, nic knight. Jane eyre purists of the world, buy this dvd immediately. I havent seen the 2006 version but i did see a clip on youtube and he was too. Sian pattenden, judy cornwell and alan coxoriginal air date.
The child who played the young jane eyre was perfect for the role. Jane suddenly turns, as if unable to bear her thoughts. When autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will automatically play next. She is best known for playing jane eyre in the 1983 british television serial jane eyre. Jane eyre has always been my favorite story, and this was the only version i had not seen yet. Credit zelah clarke jane and timothy dalton edward fairfax rochester for the success of the film.
Even though it is a much shorter version i have also enjoyed william hurtcharlotte gainsbourgh. Jane eyre, the story of a young girl and her passage into adulthood, was an immediate commercial success at the time of its original publication in 1847. As she reflects upon the people and emotions that have defined her, it is clear that the isolated and imposing residence and mr. Aug 12, 2011 jane eyre 1983 tv serialbbc episode 1directed by julian amyeswritten by charlotte bronte novel and alexander baron dramatisationoriginal music by paul readestars. I know the jane eyre story well as it has been done so many times before, and i prefer the joan fontaineorson welles version. The real reason to buy this dvd is timothy dalton s performance as mr. John rivers, by andrew bicknell invest the drama with the beautifully nuanced dialogues and gestures, which are never outlandishly displayed, vying for individual attentions, but harmoniously concerted that impart. Zelah clarke was nominated for a 1985 cableace award for actress in a movie or miniseries for her portrayal of jane eyre. May 27, 2007 timothy dalton in jane eyre myshows areon. Timothy dalton, zelah clarke, jean harvey, carol gillies. Deene park, located near corby, northamptonshire was used as the setting of rochesters thornfield hall. The plot is very true to the book, and the two leading actors were born to play these roles. The serial stars zelah clarke as the title character, and timothy dalton. Jane eyre is the story of a passionate young womans search for happiness and a place in a world where.