I am new here (and actually new to Rochester having discovered him just under 3 years ago at the age of 12) but in one of my comments I mentioned I have a playlist of songs I associate with JE (my favourite book in the world!) and thisbeciel asked me to post it, it's 33 songs long so I've picked a few favourites and will find links where possible.

So here goes...

Mr Rochester Related:

The World Has It's Shine (But I Would Drop it on a Dime) - Cobra Starship - I think this fits Mr Rochester almost perfectly and I really really love this song in general http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6CWX9oyhBQ the lyrics in the side bar have a mistake but it's 1 and only small.

The Reason - Hoobastank - Again completely perfect and really sweet (me and my friend have arguments about whether this fits Guy of Gisborne from Robin Hood or Mr Rochester better, but Mr Rochester all the way) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZADpco6Zn9I

You Could Be Happy - Snow Patrol - It doesn't fit in places but I think it just gets his general feelings after Jane leaves, very sad. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56HNw0uehmc

Lonely Day - System of a Down - If you're familiar with SOAD you may be thinking, ummm are you sure? but this is really different to their usual stuff (I made a JE fanvid to this myself), depressing though http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhUSsQ_OXzc

House of Cards - Madina Lake - It's a bit heavier than the rest so sorry if you don't like it, but I think it suits him just after he proposed to Jane
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxWib0o-aUQ

Jane Related (I have less of these)

Stand In the Rain - Superchick - Just uplifting in general and fits her time with the Rivers (another one I made a JE fanvid to)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZjRMa7Pmj4

It's You - Fireflight - Is actually about God because their a religious band (I'm not religious but I like their music, Superchick is religious too actually) so it fits her opinion of both God and Mr Rochester depends on how you want to interpret it
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOXp2vHzzxk

So those are my favourites, I have loads more so if you liked these just ask and I'll send you a list, sorry if you didn't like this or it's not what you wanted me to do. But if it's wrong just delete it or something (I've never done this before so am unsure)

So! I was thinking this past week what a nice song "Falling Away With You" by Muse (my fave Muse song) would make for a Jane Eyre fan video, so I made one. I thought the lyrics best suited the farewell scene so to have a good many clips, I made it multi-Jane Eyre adaptations. From 1944 to 2006, so there's an overview of all the angst. :D Mostly Rochester POV though. It was fun making this video, I haven't made one in so long!

Multi- Jane Eyre fan video from Thisbe Ciel on Vimeo.

( song lyrics )

I may be a little late to this pleasant little love-fest of a community--and quite pleasant it is, indeed--but better late than never, I always say! I daresay our Mr. Rochester would concur.

So here I am, a new face and an old hand at this Jane Eyre business. And proof that this community is not dead in a ditch or an outcast among strangers. ;-)

1. Why do you love Rochester? (other than the fact that he is the most wonderful fictional character EVAH written ;) Oh, how to put this answer into words! Do you remember the first person who ever captured your fancy? That boy in school, that girl at the coffee shop that you were suddenly and inexplicable fond of and never truly forgot? That's Edward Fairfax Rochester for me. He started a long tradition of falling madly in love with fictional characters--mostly the dark, brooding, mysterious type--that I have never outgrown. It's coupled with a deep and abiding affection for classic literature, for Jane Eyre was one of the first full-length "grown up" novels I remember reading. And reading. And rereading. I still have the same old dog-eared paperback on my book shelf. So it's only natural that I find myself still drawn to him, even after 20 years and God knows how many different incarnations. Which brings us to our second question.

2. Which is your favorite adaptation? I'll buck tradition and NOT say the 1973 adaption. Before you ask, yes I've seen it, and it's quite lovely, but it isn't my favorite. If I had to pick one, I would have to say the production with Timothy Dalton and Zelah Clarke. Not because Mr. Dalton is remarkably attractive in it (that voice.... those eyes....) but because of all the adaptions I've seen, it sticks closer to the book. My biggest pet peeve has always been movies that put the story through a grinder and squish together the bits the producers (or the directors, or the script writers) like best. (Or even changing the story! dear God above, who decided that Jane should stumble back to Gateshead and meet St. John Rivers there? I understand the need to move the plot along and to stick to the main storyline, I'm a writer myself, and these things must be done sometimes, but geez! Sorry, I digress...). I could recognize every scene in the 1983 version. I could quote along with the dialogue, and being able to do so thrilled me to my little reader's soul. Still does.

3. Who is your favorite Rochester in an adaptation? After reading the answer to question 2 you would assume that Timothy Dalton is my favorite Rochester, would you not? You would be wrong to do so. That honour has to go to James Barbour. I'm a lover of musicals as well as literature, coming from a musical background, and the day I stumbled across his Rochester was one of the best days of my life. Second only to seeing my favorite musical of all time, Phantom of the Opera, on stage. Barbour brings so much passion to every word he sings, and speaks, and has made me cry multiple times. And I just can't seem to resist a voice that makes me cry. So yes, he is MY Rochester.

4. What is the secret link between Dr.Who and Jane Eyre? HA. Men with british accents. 'Nuf said.

Here is a little gift for all Rochester lovers

Any good jane eyre fics out there?

I'm trying to read "The Host" by Stephenie Meyer right now, and I just turn on my computer to charge my ipod and check my email and I see this???

Ellen Page Books a Classic With Jane Eyre Role

Is this a joke? Ellen Page as Jane Eyre????? Well, I'm kinda... not that mad. This will be interesting. But another adaptation so soon? I'm shocked! (and elated, never forget that)

... okay back to reading. :)

*Edit* Just in case anyone is interested- some more info!
Neither Mr Rochester nor a director has been found. Shooting begins this autumn. "It's not to say British actors won't be cast in other roles," says a Beeb spokesman. "It's not final yet, but I can say unequivocally: she is attached to the project. Don't worry, we won't turn Jane Eyre into some New Jersey teenager."

and

"She put a whole different complexion on Jane Eyre," Christine Langan at BBC Films told ScreenDaily.com.

Dear Lero,

A kind soul posted the blooper reel from the Stephens & Wilson "Jane Eyre", in three parts, on YouTub. It's available on the Dutch language version dvd. Go figure.

Perhaps I shouldn't be writing about this now since I'm tipsy (what? I needed some sparkling wine to cope with the butchering of the dialogue!), but I can't help myself. I will say that I did very much enjoy part II vs. part I, despite THE SEX. There were a number of times I nearly howled in frustration, but there were also some little gems that made it all worthwhile. My absolute favorite thing that has been left out of every adaption was Eliza's diatribe against Georgiana. I love that!

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I have to say that I've always loved that bit of writing and if they were going to butcher my dear Edward, the least they could do was leave that in. There were bits of dialogue that I loved and I was most enamored of Ruth Wilson's Jane in this adaptation. Toby Stephens's Rochester didn't really do it for me. I mean, I've always loved Jane, but Rochester is my absolute #1 literary crush. I was mostly annoyed with him in this adaptation and I think I even resorted to profanity on more than one occasion! *gasp* Jane, however, I loved! I can't tell you how many times, I exclaimed, "Oh, my poor Jane!" My major peeves were Jane's constant focus on her appearance (looking in the mirror, etc.) and Rochester's lecherous behavior. HELLO?

The bottom line is that I don't think I need to own this adaptation (which is saying something since I own six others), but I'm not sorry I watched it. I need to go back to the 1983 and 1973 for comfort...

UPDATE: I forgot the best part! One of my viewing companions hadn't read the book in ages and asked me questions every once in a while, the best of which was, "Was he really obsessed with bugs?" I laughed for at least a full couple minutes. Naturalist!Rochester indeed!

Okay, I finally broke down and watched JE 2006, or at least the first part that was on PBS tonight. I don't actually get any television channels, but my friend does and she invited me over so I figured I'd give it a whirl. Let's just say there was excessive snarking and disbelief, no matter how much certain parties here warned the rest of us. And I haven't even gotten to the SEX! (heh) Our main problem (notice I didn't say our only problem) is that there's no mystery or subtlety. Rochester starts flirting like mad from the very start and it's pretty obvious that Jane knows what he's up to. Where's the build-up??? We figured we'd be crushed by all the anvils crashing down around us (hello continued focus on the painting of crazy people!). Somehow we survived (perhaps due to the sparkling wine and chocolate we were consuming) and we're going to watch the next installment this upcoming Sunday. At least then I'll be able to say I've seen it, but I may not say much else!

P.S. Was Toby Stephens adamant about not appearing in drag? WTF paid gypsy woman actress???

Hi,
I'm looking for the soundtrack of the Jane Eyre Production of 1970 with George C. Scott and 1996 with William Hurt. I'd be so happy if you could help me.

Thanks in advance.

I have for your icon enjoyment a post of love/anniversary icons featuring:

Audrey Hepburn, Mel Ferrer, Lauren Bacall, Humphrey Bogart, Laurence Olivier, Vivien Leigh, Maureen O'Hara, John Wayne, Marilyn Monroe, Grace Kelly, Ingrid Bergman, Rex Harrison, Gene Tierny, Spencer Tracy, Katherine Hepburn, Barbara Streisand, Richard Burton, Elizabeth Taylor, Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Harrison Ford, Megan Follows, Colin Firth, Jennifer Ehle, Timothy Dalton, Zelah Clark, Anthony Howell, Kenneth Branagh, Emma Thompson, Gweneth Paltrow, Joseph Fiennes, Chris Noth, Sarah Jessica Parker and MORE!

Per usual, key to who's who located at the bottom of the post!

Also, I had a request for a button for the community - so you'll also find this at the end of this post!

Follow the fake cut over to ogeecons to see all the goodies...

Teaser:


( This is the beginning of a beautiful friendship... )

Hello all - haven't posted here for a while but thought I'd give you some MJ news.

He's appearing at the "Dimensions" Doctor Who convention over the weekend of 10th/11th November in Washington, Tyne & Wear UK - I'm attending so will post photos and gossip here !

Also he is appearing in the UK soap opera, Emmerdale, from Sunday 28th October. Not sure how long for but, certainly at the start, he is appearing as the thought-dead husband of a character so is hooked up to ICU machines !!

*clears throat* Does anyone have a sound file of the entire "proposal scene" form the 1973 "Jane Eyre"? I know who might have it ;) But I thought I be kind and ask more people.

Thank you. It's the sound of his voice... . Charming devil. ;-)

Ok, so I've recently reread (once again) "Jane Eyre". Whenever I do that, my level of obsession increases a bit and all I can think and google about is our favorite book. This was how I found some very nice illustrations today which I hadn't seen before. I don't think these were posted here. If they were, can anyone please let me know and I'll delete the post? They were provided by Project Gutenberg HERE, and the illustrator's name is F. H. Townsend.

( And have you a pale blue dress on? )

So whats up LERO'ites? Haven't been online in awhile..this place is collecting cobwebs! LOL
Someone say something..I beg you! ;)

Hi all,
I've been a big lurker around here, but I want to come out of the woodwork for a moment to ask a question - is there a fanfic policy here and if so, what is it?

I've written a ton of canon-consistent JE fic in the past 9 months or so, and have posted it in a couple places, but would love feedback from a more book-oriented crowd (as opposed to drooling JE2006 fangirls who, frankly, scare me). So basically I was just curious as to whether we are a fanfic-friendly crowd here!

I love this community and really enjoy hanging out with folks who are as nuts over Rochester as I am. Keep the great posts coming!

Hello,

I was wondering if anyone can recommend a particular illustrated edition of Jane Eyre? Normally I prefer to read and imagine things for myself, but as it is one my favourites I thought I'd see what was around.

Also, what are people's thoughts on the latest one - that I'm aware of - by Dame Darcy (I think that's her name!)?

Just something I was thinking about... Thank you in anticipation!

Hi everyone! I just wanted to give everyone a heads-up: if any of you a musical dorks (like I am), see the national tour of Camelot with Michael York. Of course, Michael York isn't why you should see it, it's because James Barbour (who magnificently played Rochester in the infamous Gordon/Cairn musical version of Jane Eyre) is Lancelot. He's incredible in the role, although I like him as Rochester better. He's not very good at swordfighting though.

Greetings! :)

I've been lurking for a while so I thought it was high time I actually introduced myself. I'm 24 and have just graduated with my Masters in Library & Information Studies. I first read Jane Eyre in high school (I was about...14, I think) and have since read it at LEAST half a dozen times. I'm also a nutter for the old BBC adaptation with Timothy Dalton and Zelah Clarke.

I don't think I fell in love with Rochester right way...I was 14 and that may have had something to do with it. But upon subsequent readings and viewings of said adaptation, I find myself quite the card-carrying member of his fan club :D.

Oh -- and I recently read "The Eyre Affair". Highly enjoyable and Rochester is very well done. I approve ;)

So that's me in a nutshell!

Cheers!