The Governess
Originally released in 1998. The Governess is a drama/romance film. directed by Sandra Goldbacher.
Starring Minnie Driver, Tom Wilkinson, and Harriet Walter
Synopsis
When the father of privileged Rosina da Silva violently dies, she decides to pass herself off as a gentile and finds employment with a family in faraway Scotland. Soon she and the family father, Charles, start a passionate secret affair.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 31, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
1h 55m
115 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (27 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Minnie Driver
as Rosina da Silva
Tom Wilkinson
as Mr. Charles Cavendish
Harriet Walter
as Mrs. Cavendish
Jonathan Rhys Meyers
as Henry Cavendish
Florence Hoath
as Clementina Cavendish
Arlene Cockburn
as Lily Milk, the Maid
Emma Bird
as Rebecca
Adam Levy
as Benjamin
Countess Koulinskyi
as Aunt Sofka
Bruce Myers
as Rosina's Father
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- British Screen Productions
- Arts Council of England
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Governess about?
When the father of privileged Rosina da Silva violently dies, she decides to pass herself off as a gentile and finds employment with a family in faraway Scotland. Soon she and the family father, Ch...
Who directed The Governess?
The Governess was directed by Sandra Goldbacher.
How long is The Governess?
The Governess has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
When was The Governess released?
The Governess was released on July 31, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Governess?
The main cast of The Governess includes Minnie Driver, Tom Wilkinson, Harriet Walter, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Florence Hoath.