Far from the Madding Crowd (2015)
The 2015 film "Far from the Madding Crowd" is a British romantic drama directed by Thomas Vinterberg. It's an adaptation of the classic 1874 novel of the same name by Thomas Hardy. Here's a quick rundown:
Story: Set in Victorian England, the film follows Bathsheba Everdene (played by Carey Mulligan), an independent and strong-willed woman who inherits a farm. She attracts the attention of three very different suitors:
* Gabriel Oak (Matthias Schoenaerts) - A dependable sheep farmer.
* Frank Troy (Tom Sturridge) - A handsome but reckless sergeant.
* William Boldwood (Michael Sheen) - A wealthy and mature bachelor.
Reception: The film received mixed reviews. Some praised the performances, particularly Mulligan's and the beautiful cinematography of the English countryside. Others felt it wasn't as strong as previous adaptations of the novel.
Some additional details:
* It's the fourth film adaptation of the novel.
* The screenplay was written by David Nicholls.
* Film length is 119 minutes.
Some of the supporting cast members:
* Jessica Barden (Liddy)
* Juno Temple (Fanny Robin)
* Tilly Vosburgh (Mrs. Hurst)
* Bradley Hall (Joseph Poorgrass)
* Sam Phillips (Sergeant Doggett)
* Victor McGuire (Bailiff Pennyways)
* Harry Peacock (Jan Coggan)
External Links
* Far from the Madding Crowd at Wikipedia
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