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Mrs. Brown

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Mrs. Brown (1997)

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Reviews Counted:38

Fresh:36

Rotten:2

Average Rating:7.4/10

Runtime: 1 hr 45 mins

Genre: Dramas

Synopsis: While grieving for her dead husband, Prince Albert, Queen Victoria falls under the healthy influence of John Brown, the unapologetically brash Scottish manservant who oversees the royal retreat at... While grieving for her dead husband, Prince Albert, Queen Victoria falls under the healthy influence of John Brown, the unapologetically brash Scottish manservant who oversees the royal retreat at Balmoral. When the two become close friends--and perhaps even physical intimates--the royal family and the nation reel from the scandal. Dench garnered a Golden Globe as Best Actress for her portrayal of the title character. Academy Award Nominations: 2, including Best Actress--Judi Dench, and Best Makeup. [More]

Starring: Judi Dench, Billy Connolly, Geoffrey Palmer, Antony Sher

Starring: Judi Dench, Billy Connolly, Geoffrey Palmer, Antony Sher, Gerard Butler, Richard Pasco, David Westhead, Bridget McConnel, Georgie Glen, Catherine O'Donnell, Sara Stewart, Flinty Williams, Clair Nicolson, Hattie Ladburty, Oliver Kent, Alex Menzies, Simon McKerrell, Rupert Farley, Elaine Collins, Jimmy Chisholm, Jason Morell, Rebecca Charles, Cherith Mellor, George Hall, Robin Marchal, Oliver Ford Davies, Patrick Hannaway, John Ramsay, Delia Lindsay, James Vaughan, Brendan O'Hea, Theo Steele

Director: John Madden

Director: John Madden
Screenwriter: Jeremy Brock
Producer: Sarah Curtis
Composer: Stephen Warbeck

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Jun 15, 1999

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  • Mrs. Brown
  • Acclaimed as one of the year's must-see films, MRS. BROWN is a riveting, true-life story of forbidden love and passion! Queen Victoria (Judi Dench -- TOMORROW NEVER DIES, GOLDENEYE) was the world's most powerful woman. Rugged Scotsman John Brown (Billy Connolly -- INDECENT PROPOSAL) was a lowly servant who looked after her horses. Yet when circumstances brought them together ... the result was a passionate friendship that scandalized a nation! With commanding performances from stars Dench and Connolly -- you're sure to find this motion picture outstanding and entertaining!
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    A highly resonant testament to the redemptive power of love--one that transcends traditional romantic definitions.

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    03/31/09
    Michael Dequina
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    terrific performances make it a must-see

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    04/20/08
    Rich Cline
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    Fine Judi Dench starring drama.

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    04/20/07
    Steve Crum
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    Centering on a lesser-known chapter in the reign of Queen Victoria, this richly detailed drama about her intimate relationship with her servant that scandalized the country is extremely well-acted; Judi Dench deserves an Oscar nomination

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    01/29/07
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    10/15/04
    Larry Ratliff
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    This discreet drama failed to get to me emotionally.

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    05/31/04
    Dennis Schwartz
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    05/11/04
    Dragan Antulov
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    Interesting, but didn't love it.

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    04/19/04
    Luanne Brown
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    02/17/03
    Jeffrey Westhoff
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    Northwest Herald (Crystal Lake, IL)

    Dench's Victoria has a full palette of pent-up emotions bubbling inside her like a pressure-cooker; one can feel the power of her anguish...

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    02/08/03
    John R. McEwen
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