The Portrait of a Lady
1996·Movie·
·2h 24min
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About
Based on the Novel by Henry James.
Ms. Isabel Archer isn't afraid to challenge societal norms. Impressed by her free spirit, her kindhearted cousin writes her into his fatally ill father's will. Suddenly rich and independent, Isabelle ventures into the world, along the way befriending a cynical intellectual and romancing an art enthusiast. However, the advantage of her affluence is called into question when she realizes the extent to which her money colors her relationships.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersQuest For HappinessBetrayalIdentity CrisisLove And SacrificeFreedom And Confinement
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersLoss Of InnocenceUnrequited LoveMarital StrugglesSocial ClimbingForbidden LoveOvercoming PrejudiceSelf-DiscoveryCultural Clash
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- Costume and Set
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Jane Campion, Stuart Dryburgh, Martin Childs
Produced by:
Mark Turnbull, Heidrun Reshöft, Steve Golin
Composed by:
Wojciech Kilar
Cast
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