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The Personal History of David Copperfield

2019 · 119 min Comedy
6.4 / 10 · TMDB

A fresh and distinctive take on Charles Dickens’ semi-autobiographical masterpiece, The Personal History of David Copperfield, set in the 1840s, chronicles the life of its iconic title character as he navigates a chaotic world to find his elusive place within it. From his unhappy childhood to the discovery of his gift as a storyteller and writer, David’s journey is by turns hilarious and tragic, but always full of life, colour and humanity.

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📋 Film Details

Year 2019
Country United Kingdom, United States of America
Genre Comedy
Director Armando Iannucci
Runtime 119 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.4/10 (530 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.

If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.

For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.

Director: Armando Iannucci

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.

🎭 Cast

Dev Patel

Dev Patel

David Copperfield

Peter Capaldi

Peter Capaldi

Mr. Micawber

Ben Whishaw

Ben Whishaw

Uriah Heep

Tilda Swinton

Tilda Swinton

Betsey Trotwood

Gwendoline Christie

Gwendoline Christie

Jane Murdstone

Hugh Laurie

Hugh Laurie

Mr. Dick

Anthony Welsh

Anthony Welsh

Ham

Aneurin Barnard

Aneurin Barnard

Steerforth

Divian Ladwa

Divian Ladwa

Dr. Chillip

Rosalind Eleazar

Rosalind Eleazar

Agnes

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