The French Lieutenant's Woman

1981 · directed by Karel Reisz

Rating

70/100

Hit

no

In this story-within-a-story, Anna is an actress starring opposite Mike in a period piece about the forbidden love between their respective characters, Sarah and Charles. Both actors are involved in serious relationships, but the passionate nature of the script leads to an off-camera love affair as well. While attempting to maintain their composure and professionalism, Anna and Mike struggle to come to terms with their infidelity.

The French Lieutenant's Woman (1981), directed by Karel Reisz, rates 70/100. See how its director, cast and crew rate across their careers.

Cast

• Meryl Streep
• Jeremy Irons
• Penelope Wilton

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