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Washington Square (1997)
Director: Agnieszka Holland
Cast: Jennifer Jason Leigh, Albert Finney, Maggie Smith, Ben Chaplin
6.7
81%Runtime115 min
RatingPG
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In 1870s New York, spinster heiress Catherine Sloper is courted by the much younger, penniless Morris Townsend, much to the chagrin of her overprotective father. Catherine must decide whether to spend the rest of her life alone, or marry a man interested in her solely for her inheritence.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Washington Square (1997) was well-received by critics, earning an 81% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film, directed by Agnieszka Holland, is a well-acted drama about a sheltered heiress who must decide whether to marry for love or wealth. Audiences also responded positively, giving it a solid 6.7/10 rating on IMDb.
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This 1997 drama directed by Agnieszka Holland offers an intimate character study centered on Jennifer Jason Leigh's compelling performance as a spinster heiress torn between her controlling father (Albert Finney) and a penniless suitor (Ben Chaplin). The film's nuanced exploration of themes like family, inheritance, and personal agency make it a thoughtful choice for fans of slow-burn period pieces.
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Washington Square is a 1997 American romantic drama film directed by Agnieszka Holland, and starring Jennifer Jason Leigh, Albert Finney, Ben Chaplin, Maggie Smith and Judith Ivey. The screenplay by Carol Doyle is based on Henry James' novel of the same name, which was filmed as The Heiress in 1949. The film was a critical success, but a commercial failure.
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