The French Lieutenant's Woman
1981·Movie·
·2h 4min
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About
She was lost from the moment she saw him.
In this story-within-a-story, Anna is an actress starring opposite Mike in a period piece about the forbidden love between their respective characters, Sarah and Charles. Both actors are involved in serious relationships, but the passionate nature of the script leads to an off-camera love affair as well. While attempting to maintain their composure and professionalism, Anna and Mike struggle to come to terms with their infidelity.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersIdentity CrisisForbidden LoveInfidelityProfessionalism Vs. Passion
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersProfessional ActorsRomantic TensionForbidden Love AffairEmotional TurmoilOff-Camera RomanceIdentity StrugglesMoral DilemmasPeriod Setting
- Character Types
- Time
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Karel Reisz, Freddie Francis, Mathew Simmons
Produced by:
Leon Clore, Geoffrey Helman, Tom Maschler
Composed by:
Carl Davis
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