Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Gwyneth Paltrow | ... | Emma Woodhouse | |
James Cosmo | ... | Mr Weston | |
Greta Scacchi | ... | Mrs Weston | |
Alan Cumming | ... | Mr Elton | |
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Denys Hawthorne | ... | Mr Woodhouse |
Sophie Thompson | ... | Miss Bates | |
Jeremy Northam | ... | Mr Knightley | |
Toni Collette | ... | Harriet Smith | |
Kathleen Byron | ... | Mrs Goddard | |
Phyllida Law | ... | Mrs Bates | |
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Edward Woodall | ... | Mr. Martin |
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Brett Miley | ... | Little Boy |
Brian Capron | ... | John Knightley | |
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Karen Westwood | ... | Isabella |
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Paul Williamson | ... | Footman |
Emma Woodhouse is a congenial young lady who delights in meddling in other people's affairs. She is perpetually trying to unite men and women who are utterly wrong for each other. Despite her interest in romance, Emma is clueless about her own feelings, and her relationship with gentle Mr. Knightly. Written by Philip Brubaker <coda@nando.net>
This is one of the best films I have seen in years! I am not a Gwyneth Paltrow fan, but she is excellent as Emma Woodhouse. Alan Cumming is superb as Reverand Elton, and Emma Thompson's sister, Sophie, is hysterical as Miss Bates. And check out the gorgeous Jeremy Northam as Mr. Knightley; what a gentleman! Whoever said you need sex and violence in a movie to make it good has never seen Emma. I think that is what separates it from so many others--it's classy.
If you're looking for a film that you can watch with the whole family, or looking for a romance for yourself, look no further. Emma is that movie. With a beautiful setting, wonderful costumes, and an outstanding cast (have I mentioned the gorgeous Jeremy Northam?), Emma is a perfect ten!