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The Duchess
2008
Like her direct descendent Princess Diana, Georgina Duchess of Devonshire was a glamorous royal, much loved by the public. While her attractiveness and charm afforded her popularity, the intelligent and vulnerable Duchess was trapped within a loveless marriage to one of the country's richest men. Rebelling against the .. Read more
| Starring | Keira Knightley, Ralph Fiennes, Hayley Atwell, Charlotte Rampling |
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| Director | Saul Dibb |
| Genres | Drama |
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The Duchess
Like her direct descendent Princess Diana, Georgina Duchess of Devonshire was a glamorous royal, much loved by the public. While her attractiveness and charm afforded her popularity, the intelligent and vulnerable Duchess was trapped within a loveless marriage to one of the country's richest men. Rebelling against the establishment, Georgina became active campaigner for the liberal party and in turn, romantically involved with Earl Grey, leading her through tragedy, self-discovery and redemption.
Saul Dibb (BULLET BOY) directs an all star cast including Keira Knightley (as the Duchess), Ralph Fiennes, Charlotte Ramplingm Dominic Cooper and Hayley Attway.
| Starring | Keira Knightley, Ralph Fiennes, Hayley Atwell, Charlotte Rampling, Dominic Cooper, Simon McBurney, Aidan McArdle, Angus McEwan |
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| Director | Saul Dibb |
| Studio | PATHE VIDEO |
| Run time | DVD: 1 hr 50 mins Blu-ray: 1 hr 45 mins |
| Certificate |  |
| Collections | 100 Hot Hits, 100 Most Wanted, Top 400 All-Time Rentals |
| Genres | Drama |
| Language | DVD: English, English Audio Description Blu-ray: English |
| Subtitles | Blu-ray: English |
| Released | Production year: 2008 To Rent: DVD: 16 Mar 2009 Blu-ray: 16 Mar 2009 |
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If youâve seen the posters for âThe Duchessâ, youâll know that they recall the marital woes of another Spencer,... read more on Time Out
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- 04 Nov 2008 at 00:21
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superb..........................
this dvd is superb. It stars Keira Knightley as Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, Ralph Fiennes as William Cavendish, 5th Duke of Devonshire, Hayley ... read more »
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Truly sumptuous
This film was truly sumptuous,from the detailed period costumes to the beautiful historical buildings and settings.
These two features along with a ... read more » - 1116910
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Diana Part One - (with less acting)
Disappointing. As part of the arc of the film all the main actors seemed to hate each other and their world. Well, I joined in. I liked none of them and in the ... read more »
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the Duchess
Thoroughly enjoyed this film,liked the fact it was based on a true story.
Suitable for all ages,my 14year old daughter enjoyed it too.
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The Duchess
- 08 Sep 2008
1774. Outside, Georgiana (Keira Knightley) is cavorting with young men and women her own age (late teens), while inside, her mother finalizes an arrangement with the Duke of Devonshire (Ralph Fiennes), one of the wealthiest men in England. Her mother calls her in. She is to be married to the Duke, she tells her. Georgiana is astonished and delighted. “He loves me?!” she marvels, as if that had anything to do with it. She will learn better in due course. Sex: “it can be a... Read more
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The Duchess - Blu-ray
After PRIDE AND PREJUDICE and ATONEMENT, Keira Knightley continues her reign as the queen of the period film with this 18th-century costume drama. The corset-clad actress stars as Georgiana Spenser, the Duchess of Devonshire. With her marriage to the duke (Ralph Fiennes), Georgiana achieves an ...
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The Duchess
Like her direct descendent Princess Diana, Georgina Duchess of Devonshire was a glamorous royal, much loved by the public. While her attractiveness and charm afforded her popularity, the intelligent and vulnerable Duchess was trapped within a loveless marriage to one of the country's richest men. ...
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