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Ammonite

2020 · 118 min Romance Drama
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

In 1840s England, palaeontologist Mary Anning and a young woman sent by her husband to convalesce by the sea develop an intense relationship. Despite the chasm between their social spheres and personalities, Mary and Charlotte discover they can each offer what the other has been searching for: the realisation that they are not alone. It is the beginning of a passionate and all-consuming love affair that will defy all social bounds and alter the course of both lives irrevocably.

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📋 Film Details

Year 2020
Country United Kingdom
Genre Romance, Drama
Director Francis Lee
Runtime 118 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.9/10 (633 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

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: Francis Lee

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Kate Winslet

Kate Winslet

Mary Anning

Saoirse Ronan

Saoirse Ronan

Charlotte Murchison

Gemma Jones

Gemma Jones

Molly Anning

James McArdle

James McArdle

Roderick Murchison

Alec Secăreanu

Alec Secăreanu

Dr. Lieberson

Fiona Shaw

Fiona Shaw

Elizabeth Philpot

Sarah White

Sarah White

Museum Cleaning Woman

Liam Thomas

Liam Thomas

Museum Workman

Sam Parks

Sam Parks

Curator

Claire Rushbrook

Claire Rushbrook

Eleanor Butters

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