The Sleeping Dictionary (2003)

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The Sleeping Dictionary
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StarringJessica AlbaBrenda BlethynHugh Dancy
DirectorGuy Jenkin
WriterGuy Jenkin
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R 1 hr 49 minFeb 18th, 2003Drama, Romance
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Plot
In the 1930s, British officer John Truscott journeys to a remote village in colonial Malaysia to educate and Westernize the local Iban population. There, he's introduced to the lovely Selima. In keeping with tradition, Selima is assigned to sleep with Truscott and teach him the native language and customs. But when they fall in love, both colonists and natives object to their plans to marry.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:February 18th, 2003
On DVD & Blu-ray:February 18th, 2003 - Buy DVD
Movie Budget:$12,000,000
Movie Box Office Gross:$57,524 (Worldwide)
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Mark Ordesky, Frank Hildebrand
Production Companies:Fine Line Features, Hat Trick Productions, Katira Productions
The Sleeping Dictionary on the Web:WikiData, Official Website
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