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A love story of unforgettable passion. - Maurice
Movie Details

Title: Maurice

Release Date: 18 Sep 1987

Runtime: 2h 20m

Genre: Drama, Romance

Director: Merchant Ivory Productions, Film Four International, Cinecom Pictures

Production Companies: Merchant Ivory Productions, Film Four International, Cinecom Pictures

Overview: After his lover rejects him, Maurice attempts to come to terms with his sexuality within the restrictiveness of Edwardian society.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.6 (541 votes)

Cast

  • Maurice Hall: James Wilby
  • Clive Durham: Hugh Grant
  • Alec Scudder: Rupert Graves
  • Dr. Barry: Denholm Elliott
  • Mr. Ducie: Simon Callow
  • Mrs. Hall: Billie Whitelaw
  • Dean Cornwallis: Barry Foster
  • Mrs. Durham: Judy Parfitt
  • Anne Durham: Phoebe Nicholls
  • Simcox: Patrick Godfrey
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