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A woman is brought to civilization after spending her life in the wilds in this drama. Dr. Jerome Lovell (Liam Neeson) happens upon a shack deep in the woods, where he discovers a strange woman who appears to be about 30, speaking an incomprehensible language. The woman, named Nell (Jodie Foster), was raised in the cabin by her .. Read more

Starring	Jodie Foster, Liam Neeson, Natasha Richardson, Richard Libertini
Director	Michael Apted
Genres	Drama

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- This is little more than an ordinary romance between two opposites, spiced with a bizarre turn from Jodie Foster; it confuses innocence and ignorance.
- 32425
- - Halliwell's Film Guide
  - 02 Mar 2006 at 15:42
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- - 14
  - 0
  Quality
  
  What a brilliant film it kept us quiet from start to finish, jodie foster is 1st class as to be expected she is quality. If you like a really good story with a ... read more »
  
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  - Decca
  - Tyne & Wear
  - 24 Jan 2006 at 22:08
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  amazing film
  
  i love this film, its got sadness, a little laughter and above all good heart rending story.
  
  The acting is brilliant and the storyline amazing.
  
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- 1080936
- - cheesekake
  - 166 reviews
  - uk
  - 12 Jan 2012 at 00:52
- - 0
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  all time classic
  
  WOW! iv lost count how many times iv seen this movie, still have it on video but no recorder so had to re-rent on dvd. still trying to learn the language and ... read more »
  
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- 1050859
- - guyangel
  - 2 reviews
  - 12 Oct 2011 at 22:43
- - 5
  - 0
  its a must
  
  great acting,stunning location,very moving in places.its a great story without any deviation.if life were only that simple.....its worth renting
  
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- 870821
- [Highly rated reviewer]
  - clunkclick
  - 7 reviews
  - colchester essex
  - 09 Mar 2010 at 18:07
- - 2
  - 0
  Nell
  
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  An amazing film...the ends a bit of a disapointment though
  
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- - KimberleySpencer
  - 1 review
  - Derby
  - 03 Mar 2010 at 18:21
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  - 1
  Sublime
  
  From the acting to the setting, this film was captivating and a gift to the eye. Foster was commanding at all times and believable in the role of wild child.read more »
  
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- - trick
  - 13 reviews
  - Reepham
  - 15 Dec 2009 at 17:15
- - 1
  - 0
  A Real Story
  
  Lovely film which really does tell a story. Beautiful setting in the forest. Very poignant as this was when Liam Neeson and Natasha Richardson met.
  
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  - Huntly
  - 17 Aug 2009 at 19:04
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  Disappointing
  
  This looked really good but I was disappointed.A brilliant turn by Jodie Foster as to be expected but otherwise it didn't engage me til the last half hour ... read more »
  
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- - Pelly
  - 15 reviews
  - Crawley
  - 05 Jun 2009 at 10:01
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  - 0
  unleashed
  
  silly script but enjoyable if you like martial arts films
  
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- - pixiedust
  - 1 review
  - Warrington
  - 16 May 2009 at 17:54
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  great film, brillant acting to this film
  
  brillant acting for the part,jodie foster did great,played the scences well.
  
  great film always enjoy watching.
  
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- 753919
- - a customer
  - suffolk,england
  - 07 May 2009 at 19:48
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  Wonderful
  
  I rented this wehn it was released and have often searched for it to buy online. rented it on here and it was as enchanting as i remember :). If you are after a... read more »
  
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- 689597
- - Penny Billam
  - Lincolnshire
  - 17 Jan 2009 at 13:22
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- - 14
  - 0
  Quality
  
  What a brilliant film it kept us quiet from start to finish, jodie foster is 1st class as to be expected she is quality. If you like a really good story with a ... read more »
  
  Report this review
- 358820
- [Highly rated reviewer]
  - Decca
  - Tyne & Wear
  - 24 Jan 2006 at 22:08
- - 5
  - 0
  its a must
  
  great acting,stunning location,very moving in places.its a great story without any deviation.if life were only that simple.....its worth renting
  
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- 870821
- [Highly rated reviewer]
  - clunkclick
  - 7 reviews
  - colchester essex
  - 09 Mar 2010 at 18:07
- - 5
  - 1
  A Beautiful Film
  
  This is one of the most beautiful films I've ever seen.
  
  The landscape is breath-taking and the whole cast are great, but Jodie Foster is ... read more »
  
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- - dannysgurl
  - 10 reviews
  - Southend-on-Sea
  - 03 Oct 2004 at 00:19
- - 4
  - 0
  brilliant
  
  what a film averything you whant in a tearjerker lian neeson jody foster must watch
  
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- - a customer
  - manchester england
  - 01 Sep 2004 at 20:36
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  1 U Cannot Miss Out On.
  
  This film is the Don of all.The acting from all was out-standing, especially Jodie Foster-She truley brought the character to life.I would state that this kicks... read more »
  
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- - Trish.C.
  - Salisbury
  - 23 Feb 2004 at 14:45
- - 2
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  Loved her, loved the film.
  
  Truly entertaining film.
  
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- - KDP
  - Lancashire England
  - 18 Feb 2005 at 20:38
- - 2
  - 0
  Moving
  
  Jodie Foster is terrific as the wild child who has to learn to live with others. A fascinating story that really pulls you in.
  
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- - camy
  - 75 reviews
  - Cambridge
  - 12 May 2005 at 12:59
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  Nell
  
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  An amazing film...the ends a bit of a disapointment though
  
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- 868452
- - KimberleySpencer
  - 1 review
  - Derby
  - 03 Mar 2010 at 18:21
- - 2
  - 1
  Sublime
  
  From the acting to the setting, this film was captivating and a gift to the eye. Foster was commanding at all times and believable in the role of wild child.read more »
  
  Report this review
- 840095
- - trick
  - 13 reviews
  - Reepham
  - 15 Dec 2009 at 17:15
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  - 0
  Jodie Foster was ...
  
  Jodie Foster was veritably robbed of the Oscar for this film. While Tom Hanks scooped the male award for Best Portrayal of the Same Character in a Different ... read more »
  
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- 36623
- - Edward#40
  - NOTTINGHAM
  - 23 May 2004 at 00:09

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Critics' reviews
- This is little more than an ordinary romance between two opposites, spiced with a bizarre turn from Jodie Foster; it confuses innocence and ignorance.
- 32425
- - Halliwell's Film Guide
  - 02 Mar 2006 at 15:42
- "...NELL is an effective film, and a moving one. That is largely because of the strange beauty of Jodie Foster's performance..."
- 11466
- - Chicago Sun
  - 11 Mar 2005 at 12:59
- Deep in the mountains of North Carolina, Dr Jerome Lovell (Neeson) discovers a grown wild child, Nell (Foster). She's... read more on Time Out
- 45722
- - Time Out
  - 04 Nov 2008 at 00:16
- "...By the time NELL is over, Foster's passionate performance will make almost everyone believe..."
- 11468
- - Los Angeles Times
  - 11 Mar 2005 at 12:59
- "...Foster gives an audacious performance..."
- 11467
- - Entertainment Weekly
  - 11 Mar 2005 at 12:59
- "...Ethereal visuals..."
- 11469
- - USA Today
  - 11 Mar 2005 at 12:59

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  A woman is brought to civilization after spending her life in the wilds in this drama. Dr. Jerome Lovell (Liam Neeson) happens upon a shack deep in the woods, where he discovers a strange woman who appears to be about 30, speaking an incomprehensible language. The woman, named Nell (Jodie Foster), ...