🇬🇧🇺🇸🇦🇺🇨🇦 English Diary, 27th of June 2024 Movie Review: "Jane Eyre" (1943) I barely write anything in English on this account, maybe because I'm so used to it that I end up thinking no practice is really required. But it is mistaken, and I would like to share something pretty fit for a post. Tonight, I watched a movie that I was shown by my brilliant English teacher when I was in high school. "Jane Eyre", released in 1943, is the adaptation of Charlotte Bronte's eponymous famous book and is a remarkable film for many reasons. First and foremost, Orson Welles cast as Edmond Rochester. Gifted with a unique, almost haunting presence throughout the story, he's one of the main reasons why someone should watch this film. Another thing that caught my attention was the gothic aspect of the movie. It being black-and-white surely plays a role, but the rather fleeting scenery and Rochester's mansion definitely sets the tone. And finally, Joan Fontaine as Jane Eyre is absolutely wonderful. Her beautiful, yet simple figure and the solemnity of her character is truly shining in many parts. I also believe that the emotions felt by the spectator during the film are often related to Jane Eyre's experience. As a governess enduring a life of poverty and isolation due to her social status, her encounter with her new master Edmond Rochester sets her on a brighter path. But here, finding true love is no average romantic dream. I think this is why this movie resonated so much within me, as it shows a world of desolation where appearances do not last long before fate strikes and reveals what was so desperately kept hidden. But still, when all is said and done, there is this noble will to love. In spite of all the hardships and injustices endured (and the story portrays them in a much fascinating way!). I would definitely recommend this one to those who don't mind older works of art, as well as those curious to see elaborate romance stories.