Becoming Jane
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Though young Jane Austen's financially strapped parents expect her to marry the nephew of wealthy Lady Gresham, Jane herself knows that such a union will destroy her creativity and sense of self-worth. Instead, she becomes involved with Tom Lefroy, a charming but penniless apprentice lawyer who gives her the knowledge of the heart she needs for her future career as a novelist.
Storyline
Though young Jane Austen's financially strapped parents expect her to marry the nephew of wealthy Lady Gresham, Jane herself knows that such a union will destroy her creativity and sense of self-worth. Instead, she becomes involved with Tom Lefroy, a charming but penniless apprentice lawyer who gives her the knowledge of the heart she needs for her future career as a novelist.
Released
2007
Runtime
2h 0min
Director
Budget
$16,500,000
Revenue
$39,380,831
Status
Released
Language
English
Production
Ecosse Films, 2 Entertain, Scion Films, BBC Film, Blueprint Pictures, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland, HanWay Films, UK Film Council
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