The Jane Austen Book Club

The Jane Austen Book Club

You don't have to know the books to be in the club

Directed by Robin Swicord

Produced by Mockingbird Pictures, John Calley Productions

2007106 min6.5 / 10

A warm, character-driven ensemble comedy about six Californians whose lives mirror the romantic and social dilemmas of Jane Austen's novels as they bond over literature.

Six Californians start a club to discuss the works of Jane Austen. As they delve into Austen's literature, the club members find themselves dealing with life experiences that parallel the themes of the books they are reading.

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  • Is The Jane Austen Book Club violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.

  • Is The Jane Austen Book Club easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 90% of films.

  • Is The Jane Austen Book Club scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.

  • Does The Jane Austen Book Club end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 71% of films.

  • Is The Jane Austen Book Club sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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