The Portrait of a Lady (1996)

About This Movie

The Portrait of a Lady is a 1996 drama and romance film directed by Jane Campion. Its leading cast includes Nicole Kidman, John Malkovich and Barbara Hershey. It runs for 2 hours 24 minutes.

Synopsis

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.

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Official Trailer

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• The Portrait of a Lady Official Trailer #1 - John Malkovich Movie (1996) HD (opens YouTube)

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
• Roger Ashton-Griffiths Bob Bantling
• Catherine Zago Mother Superior
• Alessandra Vanzi Nun #2
• Valentina Cervi Pansy Osmond
• Pat Roach Strongman
• Amy Lindsay Miss Molyneux #1
• Katherine Anne Porter Miss Molyneux #2