Plot & Details
Mia Wasikowska ('Alice in Wonderland') and Michael Fassbender ('Inglourious Basterds') star in the romantic drama based on Charlotte Bronte's classic novel, from acclaimed director Cary Fukunaga ('Sin Nombre'). In the story, Jane Eyre flees Thornfield House, where she works as a governess for wealthy Edward Rochester. As she reflects upon the people and emotions that have defined her, it is clear that the isolated and imposing residence -- and Mr. Rochester's coldness -- have sorely tested the young woman's resilience, forged years earlier when she was orphaned. She must now act decisively to secure her own future and come to terms with the past that haunts her -- and the terrible secret that Mr. Rochester is hiding and that she has uncovered...
- MPAA Rating: PG-13
- Genre(s): Drama
- Run Time: 115min.
- Theatrical Release Date: 03/11/2011
- DVD Release Date: 08/16/2011
- Distributor(s): Focus Features
- Director(s): Cary Joji Fukunaga
- Starring: Mia Wasikowska , Michael Fassbender , Jamie Bell , Judi Dench , Holliday Grainger
- Themes: Orphans,Keeping a Secret,Haunted By the Past,Star-Crossed Lovers,Nannies and Caregivers
- Tone: Atmospheric,Moody
- Keywords: deception,desire,estate,governess,secrets,orphan,typhus
- Country of Origin: USA (zz-zz-2009),USA - Limited (03-11-2011)
- Language: English
Awards
Academy Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Cast & Crew | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Costume Design | Michael O'Connor | Nominated |
British Academy of Film and Television Arts
| Year | Award | Category | Cast & Crew | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | British Academy of Film and Television Arts | Best Costume Design | Michael O'Connor | Nominated |
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