If you want to see an awesome Mr. Rochester, this film is a must-see. William Hurt gives a rich and layered performance as Rochester, really digging deep into the character and making us realize what a tortured man he is. His rendition of Rochester is unequaled.On the other hand, Charlotte Gainsbourg has nothing going for her except her looks. (Which is undoubtedly why she was cast; she very much looks the role.) Her Jane is wimpy, simpering, and even a little dumb. In short, she is not the Jane Eyre of the novel.The rest of the cast is quite good, the cinematography is lovely, the costumes great, etc. But for me, Ms. Gainsbourg's performance severely detracts from the film.