THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY (1996)

JANE CAMPION

Literary Classics Drama Art House 10th - 19th Centuries Romance Historical

Cast

NICOLE KIDMAN JOHN MALKOVICH BARBARA HERSHEY HENRY JAMES

Plot

Haunting adaptation of Henry James' novel, from the director of The Piano. Kidman proves her versatility yet again with a stunning performance as Isabel Archer, a young woman whose spirit and independence is eroded by the cunning of those around her. An intense and aesthetically gorgeous drama, especially recommended for fans or students of the book.