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Lady Jane (1986)
Director: Trevor Nunn
Cast: Helena Bonham Carter, Cary Elwes, John Wood, Patrick Stewart
Runtime142 min
RatingPG
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The death of King Henry VIII throws his kingdom into chaos because of succession disputes. His weak son, Edward, is on his deathbed. Anxious to keep England true to the Reformation, a scheming minister John Dudley marries off his son, Guildford to Lady Jane Grey, whom he places on the throne after Edward dies. At first hostile to each other, Guildford and Jane fall in love, but they cannot withstand the course of power which will lead to their ultimate downfall.
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Fans of historical dramas and romance will find 'Lady Jane' from 1986 particularly compelling, with its powerful performances by Helena Bonham Carter and Cary Elwes under the direction of Trevor Nunn, which brings to life the tragic story of Lady Jane Grey's brief reign as Queen of England.
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Lady Jane is a 1986 British costume-historical drama romance film, directed by Trevor Nunn, written by David Edgar, and starring Helena Bonham Carter as the title character. It tells the story of Lady Jane Grey, her marriage to Lord Guildford Dudley, and her reign as the "Nine Days' Queen" following the death of Edward VI of England.
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