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The Portrait of a Lady 1996 Directed by Jane Campion

Based on the novel by Henry James.

Ms. Isabel Archer isn't afraid to challenge societal norms. Impressed by her free spirit, her kindhearted cousin writes her into his fatally ill father's will. Suddenly rich and independent, Isabelle ventures into the world, along the way befriending a cynical intellectual and romancing an art enthusiast. However, the advantage of her affluence is called into question when she realizes the extent to which her money colors her relationships.

Language English
Spoken Languages English , Italian
Revenue $3,692,836
Release Date 17 October 1996
144 mins
Cast
Nicole Kidman Isabel Archer
John Malkovich Gilbert Osmond
Barbara Hershey Madame Serena Merle
Mary-Louise Parker Henrietta Stackpole
Christian Bale Edward Rosier
Shelley Winters Mrs. Touchett
Richard E. Grant Lord Warburton
Shelley Duvall Countess Gemini
John Gielgud Mr. Touchett
Viggo Mortensen Caspar Goodwood
Martin Donovan Ralph Touchett
Catherine Zago Mother Superior
Valentina Cervi Pansy Osmond
Pat Roach Strongman
Amy Lindsay Miss Molyneux #1
Katherine Anne Porter Miss Molyneux #2
Eddy Seager Strongman's Spruiker
Emanuele Carucci Viterbi Roccanera Butler
Francesca Bartellini Isabel's Maid
Achille Brugnini Footman At Ballroom