The French Lieutenant's Woman
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- TMDB rating for The French Lieutenant's Woman (opens in a new tab)6.5 / 10(248 votes)
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- Director: Karel Reisz
- Cast: Meryl Streep, Jeremy Irons, Hilton McRae, Lynsey Baxter, Emily Morgan, Penelope Wilton
- Released: Aug 28, 1981
Synopsis
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.
Source: TMDB (edited as needed)
My commentary
It was too slow paced for my taste. The context -switching took some intensity away.
Awards
- Best Actress in a Leading RoleBAFTA
- Best SoundBAFTA