Emma
starring: Gwyneth Paltrow, James Cosmo, Greta Scacchi, Alan Cumming, Denys Hawthorne
directed by: Douglas McGrath
directed by: Douglas McGrath
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EMMA WOODHOUSE IS A WEALTHY YOUNG WOMAN WHO MEDDLES IN OTHER PEOPLE'S AFFAIRS AND PLAYS MATCHMAKER. THE ONLY PROBLEM IS THAT SHE'S NOT VERY GOOD AT IT AND SHE MAKES A TANGLED MESS OF EVERYONE'S LIVES UNTIL THE DAY SHE FALLS IN LOVE AND EVERYONE ELSE IS FREE FROM HER MATCHMAKING ESCAPADES.
Amazon.com:
Most people didn't mind Gwyneth Paltrow's English accent in this charming, 1996 adaptation ofJane Austen's novel (which also inspiredClueless). But even if it doesn't sound quite right to you, there are plenty of authentic and wonderful Brit thespians in this film by screenwriter-turned-director Douglas McGrath (co-author of Woody Allen's Bullets Over Broadway), including Juliet Stevenson(Truly Madly Deeply), Alan Cumming(Buddy), Phyllida Law (Much Ado About Nothing), Ewan McGregor (the Scots star ofTrainspotting), and Sophie Thompson, outstanding and finally heartbreaking as the chattering Miss Bates. Paltrow plays Austen's benign busybody, Emma Woodhouse--so busy trying to arrange the lives of others that she is sidestepping her own. McGrath brings a kind of pretty and light touch to the production, his best move the wise delegation of creative authority to the actors themselves.--Tom Keogh
EMMA WOODHOUSE IS A WEALTHY YOUNG WOMAN WHO MEDDLES IN OTHER PEOPLE'S AFFAIRS AND PLAYS MATCHMAKER. THE ONLY PROBLEM IS THAT SHE'S NOT VERY GOOD AT IT AND SHE MAKES A TANGLED MESS OF EVERYONE'S LIVES UNTIL THE DAY SHE FALLS IN LOVE AND EVERYONE ELSE IS FREE FROM HER MATCHMAKING ESCAPADES.
Amazon.com:
Most people didn't mind Gwyneth Paltrow's English accent in this charming, 1996 adaptation ofJane Austen's novel (which also inspiredClueless). But even if it doesn't sound quite right to you, there are plenty of authentic and wonderful Brit thespians in this film by screenwriter-turned-director Douglas McGrath (co-author of Woody Allen's Bullets Over Broadway), including Juliet Stevenson(Truly Madly Deeply), Alan Cumming(Buddy), Phyllida Law (Much Ado About Nothing), Ewan McGregor (the Scots star ofTrainspotting), and Sophie Thompson, outstanding and finally heartbreaking as the chattering Miss Bates. Paltrow plays Austen's benign busybody, Emma Woodhouse--so busy trying to arrange the lives of others that she is sidestepping her own. McGrath brings a kind of pretty and light touch to the production, his best move the wise delegation of creative authority to the actors themselves.--Tom Keogh
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Customer Reviews
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- This Is One Of My Favorite Movies!
I Bought This Movie Along With 'Shakespere In Love': I Really Hated Shakespere In Love, But This One Was Great, And Is Now One Of My Favorites Movies!!!
Rating: - J A N E !
an exquisite rendering of a remarkable literary work.i STILL have a crush on jeremy northam as mr. knightly (sensitive, handome, sexy). beautifully acted and photographed:a real delight for the eye.
Rating: - A pleasure film
This was a very enjoyable film, thanks motly to Gwyneth Paltrow, who gave a clear portrayal of the essence of the book, of the same name, written by the much celebrated author, Jane Austen. I would offer a moderate recommendation to those who particularly enjoy the work of this author, & who enjoy the quality of performance offered by G. Paltrow.I did think that casting Toni Collette as Harriet Smith was a very poor choice, but I am unable to suggest who might be qualified for that part.
Rating: - Light Romance
This is my least favorite of all Austen's novels though some critics feel it's her best work. I won't take on that argument, but I will say that I found this version of Emma to be a pretty good movie that you may enjoy if you're looking for some light entertainment. If you like Gwyneth Paltrow, then you'll probably like the movie. Young Gwyneth is pleasant to watch, and she does a good job of playing a character who is a spoiled busybody but still remains innocent and likeable. I like Jeremy Northam ... Read More
Rating: - Charming
Emma is a lot of fun to watch.Her matchmaking "skills" cause lots of laughter and sighs.Gwenneth Paltrow potrays Emma very well and is very entertaining.Mr. Knightly is just how I imagined him in Jane Austen's book.A very good movie!
- This Is One Of My Favorite Movies!I Bought This Movie Along With 'Shakespere In Love': I Really Hated Shakespere In Love, But This One Was Great, And Is Now One Of My Favorites Movies!!!
- J A N E !an exquisite rendering of a remarkable literary work.i STILL have a crush on jeremy northam as mr. knightly (sensitive, handome, sexy). beautifully acted and photographed:a real delight for the eye.
- A pleasure filmThis was a very enjoyable film, thanks motly to Gwyneth Paltrow, who gave a clear portrayal of the essence of the book, of the same name, written by the much celebrated author, Jane Austen. I would offer a moderate recommendation to those who particularly enjoy the work of this author, & who enjoy the quality of performance offered by G. Paltrow.I did think that casting Toni Collette as Harriet Smith was a very poor choice, but I am unable to suggest who might be qualified for that part.
- Light RomanceThis is my least favorite of all Austen's novels though some critics feel it's her best work. I won't take on that argument, but I will say that I found this version of Emma to be a pretty good movie that you may enjoy if you're looking for some light entertainment. If you like Gwyneth Paltrow, then you'll probably like the movie. Young Gwyneth is pleasant to watch, and she does a good job of playing a character who is a spoiled busybody but still remains innocent and likeable. I like Jeremy Northam ... Read More
- CharmingEmma is a lot of fun to watch.Her matchmaking "skills" cause lots of laughter and sighs.Gwenneth Paltrow potrays Emma very well and is very entertaining.Mr. Knightly is just how I imagined him in Jane Austen's book.A very good movie!
