Clarissa Dalloway looks back on her youth as she readies for a gathering at her house. The wife of a legislator and a doyenne of London's upper-crust party scene, Clarissa finds that the plight of ailing war veteran Septimus Warren Smith reminds her of a past romance with Peter Walsh. In flashbacks, young Clarissa explores her possibilities with Peter.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.
This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.
A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.
Director: Marleen Gorris
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.
Vanessa Redgrave
Mrs. Clarissa Dalloway
Natascha McElhone
Young Clarissa
Michael Kitchen
Peter Walsh
Alan Cox
Young Peter
Sarah Badel
Lady Rosseter
Lena Headey
Young Sally
John Standing
Richard Dalloway
Robert Portal
Young Richard
Oliver Ford Davies
Hugh Whitbread
Hal Cruttenden
Young Hugh
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