Wilde

Wilde
Wilde
Genres: Drama, History
Rating: 6.6
Year:1997
Country:US, GB
Budget: 2 158 775 $
Runtime: 1h 58min
Cast: Jude Law, Orlando Bloom, Michael Sheen, Ioan Gruffudd, Jennifer Ehle

Description:

This film delves into the life of Oscar Wilde, an extraordinary genius who left a profound impact on literature and society through his poetry, plays, and pioneering approach to individuality. The narrative follows Wilde as he grapples with the internal conflict caused by his realization of his homosexuality, which clashes with the societal expectations placed upon him as a husband, father, and public figure. Throughout the film, the audience witnesses the turmoil that Wilde experiences while trying to reconcile his love for Lord Alfred Douglas with his sense of duty and responsibility. The portrayal of this complex relationship forms an essential backdrop against which the film explores themes such as identity, acceptance, and personal struggles in a time when societal norms were undergoing rapid change.

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