Adam Levy, Arlene Cockburn, Bruce Myers
Minnie Driver stars as an impoverished Jewish woman, Mary, living in an emphatically anti-Semitic England in the mid-19th century. Following the murder of her beloved father--who leaves his survivor...( read more
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DVD Release Date: February 16, 1999
Stats: 76 reviews
very erotic yet without the sex, some very emotional scenes and minnie driver looking as alluring as ever while portraying a jewess quite authentically if you ask me. well directed also
I like the romance with the creation of photography and the pairing of like minds. There is a question of what is right? The tension is portrayed fairly, you question who is actually at fault, if anyone really is? You are given the basis for each person's reasons and it is prese...( read more)
Except for 'Bend It Like Beckham,' Jonathan Rhys Meyers is always prettier than his love interest/female lead.
Driver, Wilkens, and Rhys Meyers giver great performances in this dramatic tale.
Beautiful imagery, I love this movie- the characters and storyline are unforgettable
Hm. Don't think I liked this. But some people might. Helps if you're a fan of the actors.
This board looks lonely. Be the first to talk about "The Governess" !
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