Genre: period drama
With: Helen Mirren, Rupert Graves, Helena Bonham Carter
Director: Charles Sturridge
Release: 1991
Studio: Where Angels Fear to Tread Ltd., Stagescreen Productions, Sovereign Pictures
Rating: PG
MBiS score: 8.1/10
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Story-line: an Englishwoman’s impromptu marriage while on vacation in Italy causes serious problems for her family back home.
Pluses: a top-notch cast, seamless direction, a powerful story.
Minuses: some viewers may find the narrative a bit slow to develop, but it should be expected from an upper-class social drama such as this one.
Comments: E.M. Forster, the novelist who wrote HOWARD’S END, did not shy away from controversial subjects and his criticism of a certain English snobbery in WHERE ANGELS FEAR TO TREAD is biting and relevant. You won’t regret seeing this fine feature showcasing some of the best acting talent in Britain.
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