Masterpiece Definitely Will Carry Emma 2009
June 28, 2009
Though we suppose it will be Emma 2010 in the U.S. We pretty much knew this would happen, but now it’s definite: PBS will broadcast the BBC’s new adaptation of Emma on Masterpiece in early 2010. Thanks to Alert Janeites Maria L., Kerry, and Lisa for the link.
We’re also pleased to see that there will be a return to Cranford and also Sharpe movies. *does happy fangirl dance*
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Yeah! I love when anything Austen is broadcast on Masterpiece. While I love both Emma’s from the 1990′s, I’m also ready for a fresh take!
Early 2010! How will I live until then? *dramatic sigh*
Right off the get-go, Miss Austen declares Emma to be “handsome.” To be declared “handsome” in that era was the ultimate compliment. I don’t remember Miss Austen calling any of her heroines “handsome” other than perhaps Marianne Dashwood. With all that being said, I hope Emma is cast as someone who has natural beauty. Back then, it was difficult, if not impossible, to hide behind make up. You either “had it” or you “hadn’t it.” I’d love to find the heroine suitably cast as “handsome, clever, and rich! I’m an incurable romantic and fell in love with Emma more than any of Miss Austen’s other heroines. I find no vice in that. Handsome? Clever? Rich? Whew……
2010 is too far away! And IMDB says Jonny Lee Miller will be playing the part of Mr. Knightley–which is RIDICULOUS! I’m extremely disapointed. The man is balding, for petes sake. But Rupert Evans (Frederick Hale in N&S) will be a great Frank Churchill! The fact that this “Emma” is 4 hours long compared to the past 1.5 hour editions, really excites me.
And yeah, I wish Richard Armitage was playing Mr. Knightley too…:-)