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The Clandestine Marriage (1999)
Director: Christopher Miles
Cast: Nigel Hawthorne, Joan Collins, Timothy Spall, Tom Hollander
Runtime90 min
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A period film, set around an English country house whose owners want to arrange a marriage of convenience between their elder daughter and an aristocratic heir of a hard-up noble family.
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While not a widely known film, The Clandestine Marriage (1999) directed by Christopher Miles received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its charming period setting and comedic performances. However, the film does not appear to have received major awards recognition. Its IMDb rating of 6.2/10 suggests a moderately positive response from audiences.
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Directed by Christopher Miles, The Clandestine Marriage (1999) blends witty comedy with historical drama, creating an engaging period piece. Featuring standout performances from Nigel Hawthorne, Joan Collins, and Timothy Spall, the film offers an entertaining look at the complexities of arranged marriages and social status in 18th century England.
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The Clandestine Marriage is a 1999 British comedy film directed by Christopher Miles and starring Nigel Hawthorne, Joan Collins, Timothy Spall and Tom Hollander. It is based on the 1766 play The Clandestine Marriage by David Garrick and George Colman. This was also the final role for Nigel Hawthorne before his death.
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