Loving (2016)
All love is created equal.
In 1958, in the state of Virginia, the idea of interracial marriage was not only considered to be immoral to many, it was also illegal. When Richard and Mildred fall in love, they are aware of the eyes staring at them and the words said behind their backs. It's when they get married, however, that words and looks become actions, and the two are arrested. The couple decide to take their case all of the way to the Supreme Court in order to fight for their love. Based on a true story.
Cast
- Joel Edgerton - Richard Loving
- Ruth Negga - Mildred Loving
- Michael Shannon - Grey Villet
- Marton Csokas - Sheriff Brooks
- Nick Kroll - Bernie Cohen
- Bill Camp - Frank Beazley
- Sharon Blackwood - Lola Loving
- Alano Miller - Raymond Green
- Terri Abney - Garnet Jetter
- David Jensen - Judge Bazile
Screenplay
- Jeff Nichols
- Nancy Buirski (Storyboard)
Themes
Moving Relationship Stories, Unfaithful Husband and Guilt, Marriage of Convenience and Realities, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Love Stories Crossing Cultures
Keywords
court, marriage, civil rights, biography, supreme court, interracial relationship, interracial marriage, virginia, interracial couple
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Loving about?
- In 1958, in the state of Virginia, the idea of interracial marriage was not only considered to be immoral to many, it was also illegal. When Richard and Mildred fall in love, they are aware of the eyes staring at them and the words said behind their backs. It's when they get married, however, that words and looks become actions, and the two are arrested. The couple decide to take their case all of the way to the Supreme Court in order to fight for their love. Based on a true story.
- Who directed Loving?
- Loving was directed by Jeff Nichols.
- Who stars in Loving?
- Loving stars Joel Edgerton, Ruth Negga, Michael Shannon, Marton Csokas, Nick Kroll, Bill Camp.
- How long is Loving?
- Loving has a runtime of 2h 3m (123 minutes).
- What genre is Loving?
- Loving is a Drama, Romance film.
- What is the budget of Loving?
- Loving had a budget of $9M.
- How much did Loving gross?
- Loving grossed $9M worldwide.
- Where was Loving produced?
- Loving was produced in United Kingdom, United States of America.
- What are the themes of Loving?
- The themes of Loving include: Moving Relationship Stories, Unfaithful Husband and Guilt, Marriage of Convenience and Realities, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Love Stories Crossing Cultures.