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Theatrical Release Date:
09/16/2009
DVD Release Date:
01/26/2010
Run Time:
119min.
Starring:
Director(s):
Distributor(s):
Apparition (USA), Pathé Pictures International
MPAA Rating:
PG for thematic elements, some sensuality, brief language and incidental smoking.
Genre(s):
Drama,Romance
Plot: Jane Campion's literary biopic tells the true story of Fanny Brawne (Abbie Cornish), a 23-year-old Londoner in 1818 whose independent streak manifests itself through an intense interest and love for fashion and dressmaking. Read More
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Beautifully made Jane Campion film. Quiet and reflective rather than exploitative of viewer's base emotions. For the thoughtful person appreciative of artistic film making.
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