Jane Eyre (1996)

While the iconic 1996 film adaptation of *Jane Eyre* is a deeply cherished rendition of Charlotte Brontë's classic novel, it is **not** a Franco Zeffirelli film. Franco Zeffirelli directed his own acclaimed adaptation of *Jane Eyre* in 1996, starring Charlotte Gainsbourg. Therefore, the description you provided, which accurately outlines the early life of the protagonist, Jane Eyre, is relevant to the story of *Jane Eyre* (1996) in general, but not specifically to a Franco Zeffirelli directed film with that title. The 1996 film described in your prompt, starring a different cast and directed by another filmmaker, does not qualify for a list of "Best Franco Zeffirelli Movies." Zeffirelli's directorial career is marked by opulent productions and dramatic flair, often focusing on romantic epics and operatic adaptations, such as *Romeo and Juliet* (1968) and *La Traviata* (1982). His distinct visual style and thematic choices set his work apart, and while his *Jane Eyre* (1996) is a notable film, the one described in your prompt is a separate production.