Great Expectations
1999·Movie·
·2h 48min
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About
A young boy called Pip stumbles upon a hunted criminal who threatens him and demands food. A few years later, Pip finds that he has a benefactor. Imagining that Miss Havisham, a rich lady whose adopted daughter Estella he loves, is the benefactor, Pip believes in a grand plan at the end of which he will be married to Estella. However, when the criminal from his childhood turns up one stormy night and reveals that he, Magwitch, is his benefactor, Pip finds his dreams crumbling. Although initially repulsed by his benefactor, Pip gradually becomes loyal to him and stays with him until his death.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersComing Of AgeLove Conquers AllSelf-DiscoveryPersonal TransformationUnrequited LoveSocial Class Dynamics
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersBetrayalIdentity CrisisPersonal GrowthOvercoming Past TraumaSocial Class DivideLost LoveRedemptionLove Across Social Classes
- Character Types
- Time
- Cinematic Style
- Costume and Set
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Julian Jarrold, David Odd
Written by:
Tony Marchant
Produced by:
Michael Wearing, Rebecca Eaton, David Snodin
Composed by:
Peter Salem
Cast
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