Wide Sargasso Sea (1993)
The sensual film based on the acclaimed novel by Jean Rhys.
In the wake of Jamaican emancipation, French colonist Annette Cosway falls into poverty and marries racist Englishman Paul Mason. But when Annette's young son dies in a fire started by former slaves, Mason flees to England, leaving his grief-stricken wife and her Creole daughter Antoinette behind. Soon Antoinette learns she must marry to claim her inheritance and sets her sights on Rochester, an Englishman eerily similar to Mason.
Cast
- Karina Lombard - Antoinette Cosway
- Nathaniel Parker - Edward Rochester
- Rachel Ward - Annette Cosway
- Michael York - Paul Mason
- Martine Beswick - Aunt Cora
- Claudia Robinson - Christophene
- Paul Campbell - Young Bull
- Naomi Watts - Fanny Grey
- Rowena King - Amelie
Screenplay
- Jan Sharp
- Carole Angier
- Jean Rhys (Novel)
Themes
Betrayal from the Closest Friend, Abusive Father and Deep Traumas, Unfaithful Husband and Guilt, One-Night Stands and Subsequent Regret, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal
Keywords
based on novel or book, nightmare, jamaica, voodoo, deception, liar, promise, arson, betrayal, jungle, wedding, fear, lust, slave, voyeurism
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Wide Sargasso Sea about?
- In the wake of Jamaican emancipation, French colonist Annette Cosway falls into poverty and marries racist Englishman Paul Mason. But when Annette's young son dies in a fire started by former slaves, Mason flees to England, leaving his grief-stricken wife and her Creole daughter Antoinette behind. Soon Antoinette learns she must marry to claim her inheritance and sets her sights on Rochester, an Englishman eerily similar to Mason.
- Who directed Wide Sargasso Sea?
- Wide Sargasso Sea was directed by John Duigan.
- Who stars in Wide Sargasso Sea?
- Wide Sargasso Sea stars Karina Lombard, Nathaniel Parker, Rachel Ward, Michael York, Martine Beswick, Claudia Robinson.
- How long is Wide Sargasso Sea?
- Wide Sargasso Sea has a runtime of 1h 38m (98 minutes).
- What genre is Wide Sargasso Sea?
- Wide Sargasso Sea is a Thriller, Drama, Romance film.
- Where was Wide Sargasso Sea produced?
- Wide Sargasso Sea was produced in Australia.
- What are the themes of Wide Sargasso Sea?
- The themes of Wide Sargasso Sea include: Betrayal from the Closest Friend, Abusive Father and Deep Traumas, Unfaithful Husband and Guilt, One-Night Stands and Subsequent Regret, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal.