Emma (1996) movie poster

Emma (1996)

"Cupid is armed and dangerous!"
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 78% (RT: 89%, MC: 66) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
RomanceComedyDrama

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Runtime
2h 1m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (659 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
89%
Metacritic
66
Cast
Gwyneth Paltrow as Emma Woodhouse
Jeremy Northam as Mr. Knightley
Toni Collette as Harriet Smith
Alan Cumming as Mr. Elton
Ewan McGregor as Frank Churchill
Greta Scacchi as Mrs. Weston
Sophie Thompson as Miss Bates
Juliet Stevenson as Mrs. Elton
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 659 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 78%.
Overview
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. Knightley. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Emma was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • The iconic poster for Emma was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Douglas McGrath cited several classic romance films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Emma is a 1996 romance, comedy, drama film directed by Douglas McGrath. 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. Knightley. The film has been rated by 659 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a romance film, Emma delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Emma (1996) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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