Green Gables -1985- - Anne Of

: Unlike the book, which begins with Mrs. Rachel Lynde, the film opens with Anne's harsh life in a foster home and orphanage, establishing immediate empathy for her plight. The Anne-Gilbert Dynamic

Follows' Anne is a true kindred spirit, with a boundless imagination, a love of learning, and a penchant for getting into scrapes. Her chemistry with the supporting cast, including Richard Farnsworth as Matthew Cuthbert and Barbara Hershey as Marilla Cuthbert, is undeniable, and she brings a depth and nuance to the character that has become the gold standard for all subsequent adaptations. Anne of Green Gables -1985-