Having read the book and seen numerous versions,two captivating aspects of this one was the powerful acting of Ruth Fisher, and the uncharacteristic beast into rather needy Rochester from Toby Stephens.Jane brought out the intense pain of being a misjudged orphan, whilst Rochester seemed a bit hyperactive and prone to sweeping out of any encounter that touched on his troubled soul. Slowly both discover in each other that missing piece of the identity and empathy jigsaw. The locations were slightly mix and match, but the effects of bleak grandeur were effective. The disappointment was that Jane left her aunt's in winter landscape and, hey presto ! - it was high summer the next day. The seasons continued to rotate randomly which I found distracting. As a triumph of love and commitment over cruel circumstances had the Romeo and Juliet about it except for a happier ending.For me the abiding image is the portrayal of feelings - never overdone, that Ruth Wilson manage to give.
Review of Jane Eyre
