Lorna Doone
The year is 1675. England is threatened by religious and political rivalries. King Charles II's Catholic brother, James, is next in line for the throne, but many Protestants put their faith in Charles' illegitimate son, The Duke of Monmouth. On the king's death, conflict is inevitable... Over seven days journey from London, Exmoor is a primitive and lawless area. Here, farmer Jack Ridd lives with his wife Sarah, son John, and two daughters. The only shadow over their simple life is cast by the notorious outlaw family the Doones. The aristocratic Doones were banished from their ancestral lands and now live through looting, theft, and murder. Their brutality is legendary...
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2001 |
| Country | United Kingdom, United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, Romance |
| Director | Mike Barker |
| Runtime | 180 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.7/10 (21 votes) |
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The film constructs a classic tale of feuding families and forbidden love against the backdrop of political unrest and sweeping moorland vistas. It relies on the enduring appeal of historical romance, exploring the clash between personal desire and familial duty in a lawless time.
What lingers after the final scene is the poignant sense of love struggling against the rigid structures of heritage and revenge, a timeless conflict rendered with pastoral beauty. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Mike Barker
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Curled up on a cozy evening, ready for a classic, picturesque romance full of sweeping emotions.
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