New on DVD & Blu-Ray : JANE EYRE (2011)

Synopsis: Mia Wasikowska (Alice in Wonderland) Michael Fassbender (Inglourious Basterds) and Academy Award® winner Judi Dench (Shakespeare in Love) star in acclaimed director Cary Fukunaga’s daring new adaptation of the timeless romance. When orphaned governess Jane Eyre (Wasikowska) arrives at imposing Thornfield Hall she’s intrigued by her brooding wealthy employer Rochester (Fassbender). His dark moods and the strange occurrences in the house lead her to discover a terrible secret that he had hoped to hide from her forever. Critics proclaim this captivating sensual film is “Beautiful. A splendid example of how to turn a beloved work of classic literature into a movie.” (A.O. Scott The New York Times)

Genre: Drama

Worldwide Box-Office: $13M

Number of Discs: 1

DVD & Blu-Ray Special Features :

• A Look Inside "Jane Eyre" Featurette
• To Score "Jane Eyre" - Cary Fukunaga and Dario Marianelli
• The Mysterious Light of "Jane Eyre" - Cinematography Featurette
• Deleted Scenes
• Feature Commentary with director Cary Fukunaga

What to Expect : A splendidly acted and beautifuly crafted adaptation of Charlotte Brontë's novel. I can think of a number of fans who will never find the perfect adaptation of "Jane Eyre" (and there have been many), but I strongly recommend giving this intelligent movie a chance. You might be surprised and at the very least, entertained.

Release Date : August 16, 2011

Run Time : 121 Min.

Studio/Distributor : Universal Studios

Rating : PG-13 for some thematic elements including a nude image and brief violent content.

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