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Some of you may have heard of the classic novel Emma, by Jane Austen. However, have you ever considered that Emma is Clueless?

Yes, Amy Heckling’s 1995 movie, Clueless, can be related to the novel Emma, published in 1816. There is no doubt that Clueless substantially derives, and is adapted from Emma. However, apart from similarities, there are differences and adaptations from Emma to Clueless. These are necessary as a result of the disparity in values and attitudes between the early 19th century England of Emma and late 20th century America of Clueless. Adaptations are applied to characters, plot, and settings.

Both the main characters, Emma, and Cher, have one major thing in common: money. Emma’s family lives in a huge estate, Hartfield and are well liked and high in society. The same applies to Cher’s world. Cher lives in an enormous mansion in Beverly Hills, and while normal teenagers are out shopping, Cher splurges thousands at expensive designer boutiques. The......

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