Category Archives: Austen actors

Social Class in Jane Austen’s “Emma”

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

There are those who claim Emma represents Jane Austen’s literary accomplishment. I am not of that persuasion, although I think my indifference comes more from the fact I do not find Emma Woodhouse a character I admire than it does … Continue reading →

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Happy June Birthdays to Some of Our Favorite Austen-Inspired Actors

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

Are any of the actors listed below among your favorites? I can claim a few.  June 2 – Dominic Cooper, who portrayed Mr. Willoughby in 2008’s Sense and Sensibility   June 2 – Liam Cunningham, who portrayed General Tilney in 2007’s … Continue reading →

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Happy “May” Birthdays to Some of Our Favorite “Austen” Actors

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

We have a great mix of old and new in this month’s salute to those actors and actresses who have performed in Austen-inspired films.    May 4 – Anthony Calf, who portrayed Colonel Fitzwilliam in 1995’s Pride and Prejudice   … Continue reading →

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Happy April Birthdays to Some of Our Favorite “Austen” Actors

Posted on April 1, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

April brings us twenty actors who have held roles in Austen-inspired film adaptations. How many of these below are among your favorites?   April 1 – JJ Feild, who portrayed Henry Tilney in 2007’s Northanger Abbey, as well as Mr … Continue reading →

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