Jane Austen Wrecked My Life

"Paints a vivid film with a lush palette, but, ultimately, the story of her protagonist's life is the most lackluster part."

"This bilingual theatrical offering feels like the best kind of throwback."

"A refreshingly light touch and a heroine unexaggerated by what Hollywood always thinks we want."

"Austen fans might balk a bit at how much this one goes off-script into its own territory, but the spirit of Austen runs deep."

"It may not be a strict adaptation, but it has Jane Austen’s soul."

"A celebration of bibliophilia and cinephilia alike."

"Pleasantly diverting and sneakily wise."

"Piani’s debut is sweet enough..."

"The teasing efforts to develop this relationship throughout its roughly 90-minute runtime never quite come together as one might hope."

"A comfort zone for viewers..."

"By the end, romance in the abstract becomes something much more real..."

"A gentle treat, sure to leave any book-loving viewer happy."

"The true draw is Agathe, a compelling protagonist whose passion for literature and love keeps us sufficiently engaged."

"A romantic comedy for the quiet, thoughtful lovers who yearn for the sincerity of the past."

"The risk in explicitly evoking Austen is that it instantly raises our standards. And sadly, Piani can't match her model's clarity or élan."