based on novel or book,19th century,victorian era

Great Expectations (1999)

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A young boy called Pip stumbles upon a hunted criminal who threatens him and demands food. A few years later, Pip finds that he has a benefactor. Imagining that Miss Havisham, a rich lady whose adopted daughter Estella he loves, is the benefactor, Pip believes in a grand plan at the end of which he will be married to Estella. However, when the criminal from his childhood turns up one stormy night and reveals that he, Magwitch, is his benefactor, Pip finds his dreams crumbling. Although initially repulsed by his benefactor, Pip gradually becomes loyal to him and stays with him until his death.

Cast & Crew

Director
Julian Jarrold
  • Profile picture of Ioan Gruffudd
    Pip Ioan Gruffudd
  • Profile picture of Justine Waddell
    Estella Justine Waddell
  • Profile picture of Charlotte Rampling
    Miss Havisham Charlotte Rampling
  • Profile picture of Laura Aikman
    Young Biddy Laura Aikman
  • Profile picture of Nicholas Blane
    Wopsle Nicholas Blane
  • Profile picture of Selina Cadell
    Sarah Pocket Selina Cadell
  • Profile picture of Jo Cameron Brown
    Miss Skiffins Jo Cameron Brown
  • Profile picture of Tony Curran
    Orlick Tony Curran

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Keywords

  • based on novel or book
  • 19th century
  • victorian era