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Wilde (1997)

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R 1 hr 58 minSep 1st, 1997Drama, History
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Oscar Wilde is a married playwright who has occasionally indulged his weakness for male suitors. After much toil, Wilde debuts 'The Importance of Being Earnest' in London, and a chat at the theatre with Lord Alfred 'Bosie' Douglas leads to a full-fledged romance. However, this affair leads to a legal dispute with Lord Alfred's oppressive father, the Marquess of Queensberry, and, given the local anti-gay laws, Wilde is jailed. Wilde's vast intellect helps him survive until he regains his freedom.
StarringStephen FryJude LawVanessa Redgrave
DirectorBrian Gilbert

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:September 1st, 1997
On DVD & Blu-ray:March 19th, 2002 - Buy DVD
Movie Budget:$10,000,000
Movie Box Office Gross:$2,158,775 (Worldwide)
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Michael Viner, Michiyo Yoshizaki, Alex Graham, Alan Howden
Production Companies:Dove International, Pandora Film, BBC Film, Capitol Films, samuelson productions, Neue Deutsche Filmgesellschaft, Pony Canyon
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