Jane Eyre (1970) Directed by Delbert Mann Starring George C. Scott, Susannah York and Ian Bannen Jane Eyre is an orphan, sent to Lowood school, and eventually becomes a governess at Thornfield hall to a girl named Adele. While she is there, many strange things happen and eventually she and Edward Rochester, owner of Thornfeild and Adele's guardian, fall in love. 99 Minutes - Color - Drama