An Ideal Husband
Sir Robert Chiltern, a rising government minister, glides on a smooth trajectory toward the pinnacle of power, his reputation untarnished and his marriage to Lady Gertrude the envy of London society. This carefully constructed world of privilege and principle shatters with the arrival of the cunning Mrs. Cheveley. She possesses irrefutable evidence of a long-buried financial scandal from Chiltern's past. With a single piece of paper, she holds the power to obliterate his career, his marriage, and his social standing, turning a tale of political ascent into a high-stakes comedy of blackmail and moral compromise.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2018 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Jonathan Church |
| Runtime | 141 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.5/10 (2 votes) |
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The film is a sparkling testament to Wilde's genius, where every polished witticism cuts to the heart of societal hypocrisy. It deftly navigates the tension between farce and genuine stakes, revealing the fragile personas behind the impeccable facades.
What lingers after the final curtain is the sharp, delightful understanding that no reputation, however ideal, can survive the light of truth unscathed. A comedy with teeth, reminding us that the highest pedestals have the longest drop. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Jonathan Church
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Gilded drawing rooms buzzing with scandal, the clink of champagne flutes masking whispered threats.
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