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Book vs. Movie: Emma Film & TV Adaptations (1996, 1997, 2009, 2020)

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Emma by Jane Austen, charming, clever, and wise. First published in three volumes in 1815, it is noteworthy for its distinctive style and character development. Emma revolves around social status and marriage in a subtle satirization of English high society mores. Contrary to Austen’s belief about her unlikable heroine, Emma Woodhouse has been a beloved literary character for generations. There have been over a dozen adaptations of Emma, from musicals to modern-day reimaginings. In this video, we look at four recent traditional adaptations of this iconic novel.

Emma (1996)
Starring Gwyneth Paltrow

Emma (1996/1997)
Starring Kate Beckinsale

Emma (2009)
Starring Romola Garai

Emma. (2020)
Starring Anya Taylor-Joy

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