Great Expectations (1998)

Let desire be your destiny.

Great Expectations (1998) poster

Loosely based on the Charles Dickens' classic novel, "Great Expectations" is a sensual tale of a young man's unforgettable passage into manhood, and the three individuals who will undeniably change his life forever. Through the surprising interactions of these vivid characters, "Great Expectations" takes a unique and contemporary look at life's great coincidences.

Director: Alfonso Cuarón
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Runtime: 111 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Patrick Doyle
Cinematography: Emmanuel Lubezki
Editing: Steven Weisberg
Production: 20th Century Fox, Linson Entertainment
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $25M
Box Office: $55M
Original Language: en

Themes

Stories of Hope and Redemption, Moving Relationship Stories

Keywords

artist, affectation, artists' life, inspirational, dramatic, romantic, empathetic, hopeful

Trailer

Great Expectations Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Great Expectations about?
Loosely based on the Charles Dickens' classic novel, "Great Expectations" is a sensual tale of a young man's unforgettable passage into manhood, and the three individuals who will undeniably change his life forever. Through the surprising interactions of these vivid characters, "Great Expectations" takes a unique and contemporary look at life's great coincidences.
Who directed Great Expectations?
Great Expectations was directed by Alfonso Cuarón.
Who stars in Great Expectations?
Great Expectations stars Ethan Hawke, Gwyneth Paltrow, Hank Azaria, Chris Cooper, Anne Bancroft, Robert De Niro.
How long is Great Expectations?
Great Expectations has a runtime of 1h 51m (111 minutes).
What genre is Great Expectations?
Great Expectations is a Comedy, Drama, Romance film.
What is the budget of Great Expectations?
Great Expectations had a budget of $25M.
How much did Great Expectations gross?
Great Expectations grossed $55M worldwide.
Where was Great Expectations produced?
Great Expectations was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of Great Expectations?
The themes of Great Expectations include: Stories of Hope and Redemption, Moving Relationship Stories.