The Portrait of a Lady
Synopsis
Ms. Isabel Archer isn't afraid to challenge societal norms. Impressed by her free spirit, her kindhearted cousin writes her into his fatally ill father's will. Suddenly rich and independent, Isabelle ventures into the world, along the way befriending a cynical intellectual and romancing an art enthusiast. However, the advantage of her affluence is called into question when she realizes the extent to which her money colors her relationships.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2012-12-12
Top Cast
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Nicole Kidman
Isabel Archer
John Malkovich
Gilbert Osmond
Barbara Hershey
Madame Serena Merle
Mary-Louise Parker
Henrietta Stackpole
Christian Bale
Edward Rosier
Shelley Winters
Mrs. Touchett
Richard E. Grant
Lord Warburton
Shelley Duvall
Countess Gemini
John Gielgud
Mr. Touchett
Viggo Mortensen
Caspar Goodwood
Martin Donovan
Ralph Touchett
Roger Ashton-Griffiths
Bob Bantling
Catherine Zago
Mother Superior
Alessandra Vanzi
Nun #2
Valentina Cervi
Pansy Osmond
Pat Roach
Strongman
Amy Lindsay
Miss Molyneux #1
Katherine Anne Porter
Miss Molyneux #2
Release History & Theatrical Window
Venice Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 24, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 15, 2023
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$20M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jane Campion
- Screenplay & Story
- Laura Jones
- Original Score
- Wojciech Kilar
- Original Title
- The Portrait of a Lady
- Country of Origin
- Italy, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Italian, English
- Runtime
- 2h 24m
- Worldwide Gross
- $20M
- Production Studios
- Propaganda Films, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jane Campion
Laura Jones, Henry James
Wojciech Kilar
Stuart Dryburgh
Veronika Jenet
Steve Golin, Monty Montgomery
Department Leadership Roster
Jane Campion
Director
Laura Jones
Screenplay
Janet Patterson
Production Design
Veronika Jenet
Editor
Stuart Dryburgh
Director of Photography
Steve Golin
Producer
Janet Patterson
Costume Design
Wojciech Kilar
Original Music Composer
Monty Montgomery
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Portrait of a Lady
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What is The Portrait of a Lady about?
Ms. Isabel Archer isn't afraid to challenge societal norms. Impressed by her free spirit, her kindhearted cousin writes her into his fatally ill father's will. Suddenly rich and independent, Isabelle ventures into the world, along the way befriending a cynical intellectual and romancing an art enthusiast. However, the advantage of her affluence is called into question when she realizes the extent to which her money colors her relationships.
Who directed The Portrait of a Lady?
The Portrait of a Lady was directed by Jane Campion.
Who stars in The Portrait of a Lady?
The principal cast of The Portrait of a Lady includes Nicole Kidman, John Malkovich, Barbara Hershey, Mary-Louise Parker, Christian Bale.
When was The Portrait of a Lady released and how long is it?
The Portrait of a Lady was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 2h 24m.
How much did The Portrait of a Lady make at the box office?
The Portrait of a Lady grossed $20M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Portrait of a Lady?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Portrait of a Lady was composed by Wojciech Kilar.
Is The Portrait of a Lady based on a book or true story?
The Portrait of a Lady is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Henry James".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Portrait of a Lady?
The Portrait of a Lady holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).