Becoming Jane

Becoming Jane

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Becoming Jane

Anne Hathaway, James McAvoy, Jessica Ashworth, Julie Walters, Maggie Smith

"Becoming Jane," is the story of the great, untold romance that inspired a young Jane Austen, played by Anne Hathaway. Willful and spirited, Jane is not ready to be tied down to anything but her writi...( read more  read more... )ng. That is until she meets Tom Lefro, a charming rogue from London who spends more time drinking and socializing than on his law studies. The film also stars Julie Walters, James Cromwell and Maggie Smith. It is written by Sarah Williams and Kevin Hood, and directed by Julian Jarrold.

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  • June 11, 2009
    Anne Hathaway and James McAvoy are really good together. I enjoyed this movie, but I wish the ending had been different.
  • March 15, 2009
    Becoming Jane is an extraordinarily beautiful period film about the life of Jane Austin. The film has a very cinematic feel which is quite captivating in and of itself. The addition of a brilliant script, outstanding acting, and dazzling costuming makes Becoming Jane a very go...( read more)od film. Hathaway and McAvoy will steal your heart.
  • January 8, 2009
    Would have rated it lower but in fairness I checked out before the second act. Actually enjoyed the supporting performance of the actress who portrayed the cousin. However, the leads didn't draw me in to the story at all. I think the story just wasn't that interesting to me.
  • July 19, 2008
    What a pain it was to grow up in the time of Jane Austin. All these rules around gender, class and wealth and having to learn complicated dances. Aren't we lucky we don't live in the late 18th century.
  • April 15, 2008
    typical gooey, romantic chick flick. It was great.
  • January 7, 2010
    sweet story for bad ending
  • January 3, 2010
    hic sevmedim. james mcgoygoy un saclari, giysileri ve gozleri olmasa 5 dakka durmam.
  • December 21, 2009
    I think this will be a really good movie for girls to watch. Boyfriends girls will love you if you take them to see this even though you might not want too.
  • December 13, 2009
    This love story about Jane Austen is not entirely accurate, but it has an endearing quality to it. I enjoy a good, clean love story.
  • December 11, 2009
    Love Anne Hathaway and James McAvoy. Great job!

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