This adaptation of the Jane Austen novel focuses on Emma, a meddling but well-meaning 21-year-old, who LOVES to play matchmaker. She's currently obsessed with finding the perfect man for her friend Harriet. But what appears to be a simple task becomes a nightmare, as Emma's machinations set off a chain reaction of misunderstandings between a number of people. Things only worsen when Emma attempts to set things straight.
Emma may -- or may not -- succeed in finding a mate for her pal. But what's more important is that Emma will learn a few things about herself in the process.
An elegant, deft adaptation of Jane Austen's 1816 comedy about a well-to-do young woman whose kindhearted attempts at matchmaking mask her own lack of romantic attachment. Academy Award Nominations: Best Original Musical or Comedy Score, Best Costume Design. Academy Awards: Best Original Musical or Comedy Score.
Shown at the Seattle Film Festival June 7, 1996.
Released theatrically in New York City August 2, 1996.
Co-produced by Matchmaker Films and Haft Entertainment.
Color by Eastmancolor.
Additional cast: Edward Woodall (Robert Martin), John Franklyn Robbins (Mr. Cole), and Rebecca Craig (Miss Martin).
Additional credits: Joshua Meath-Baker (art director); Totty Whately (set decoration).
The film reportedly had a budget of $7 million.
Actress Sophie Thompson is the sister of actress/screenwriter Emma Thompson, and Sophie's co-star Phyllida Law is the mother of both. Coincidentally, Emma Thompson adapted and starred in another film based on a Jane Austen novel, 1995's "Sense and Sensibility."
Emma Quotes/Excerpts:
"It's not my place to intrude in personal matters." -- Emma Woodhouse (GWYNETH PALTROW)
Emma Reviews:
"...[Paltrow's] signature style of youthful country freshness and city-chick sophistication are used to good advantage....A sunny tea party..." -- Rating:B
-- Lisa Schwarzbaum, Entertainment Weekly
"Gwyneth Paltrow shines brightly as Jane Austen's most endearing character...-- Ken Eisner, Variety
"...McGrath's script is faithful: fierce when it needs to be and devilishly funny....[EMMA] showcases Paltrow's talent, wit and daring..."-- Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
"...EMMA is a delightful film....Gwyneth Paltrow sparkles in the title role..."
-- Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
"McGregor's part is small, but he hits his marks."
-- Andy Webster, Premiere
"An American actress and an American director in his feature debut have made a Jane Austen movie that outshines its predecessors by not trying to shine at all."Wall Street Journal
PERFECT! I own both the BBC / Kate Beckinsale version and this one. So what if a little more artistic license was taken here? Gwynneth Paltrow adds a spice and impish charm that is irresistible. The cinematography is breathtaking, and the score is almost hypnotic. As an artist, this is the Emma that gets played again and again. Gwynneth Paltrow was born for roles like this! Watch her also in Shakespeare in Love, and you will see what I mean. Not to be missed! Submitted by deebsfire (Bellingham, WA, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Emma's Review Finally a romantic comedy that is wholesome enough for the family to enjoy, yet romantic enough to leave one wanting to cheer at the end. It was very similar to the book by Jane Austin, but what was changed, was minimal and yet did not detract from the story line like many re-makes do.
I'm recommending it to my daughters and friends and happy to say that without sex and profanity, this was a very enjoyable film!!! It has rekindled my love for the classics!!! Submitted by smenb131 (toledo, oh) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
My Favorite I have always loved this movie so
when I got my DVD player I had to
upgrade my VHS to DVD,it was pretty
much worn out anyway. This movie has
a timeless romantic quality. The
matchmaker ultimately always gets
matched up in the end. Submitted by a reviewer (St.Albert, AB, Canada) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Inspiring Because of this movie I have discovered the world of Jane Austen. Now I am a huge Jane Austen fan and have also fallen in love with England. Now is a dream for me to go to college there and live there. The movie Emma inspired me to do that. Five years ago I saw the movie Emma and I fell in love with it. Now even today it is still my all time and forvever will be my favorite movie. Submitted by rchdance07 (Tremont, Il, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
A horrible rendision of a great book This movie, i have the unhappy thought of wacthing it. the movie i felt was horrid for a almost perfect movie rendition of this bok is "Jane Austen's Emma" which was a great movie and recreation of this book Submitted by a reviewer (OAK,CA,USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
This delightfully fun and lighthearted comedy is based on the story that inspired the hit movie CLUELESS! Dazzling Gwyneth Paltrow (SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE, THE ROYAL TENENBAUMS) shines as EMMA, a mischievous young beauty who sets up her single friends. Funny thing is ... she's not very good at it! So when Emma tries to find a man for Harriet (Toni Collette -- THE SIXTH SENSE, ABOUT A BOY), she makes a hilariously tangled mess of everyone's lives. You'll enjoy all the comic confusion ... until Emma herself falls in love, finally freeing everyone from her outrageously misguided attempts at matchmaking.
Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment.
Region 1 Keep Case Letterbox - 1.85 Audio: Dolby Surround - English Additional Release Material: Trailers: Original Theatrical Trailer Interactive Features: Scene Access Interactive Menus
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