Wide Sargasso Sea
“The sensual film based on the acclaimed novel by Jean Rhys.”
Synopsis
In the wake of Jamaican emancipation, French colonist Annette Cosway falls into poverty and marries racist Englishman Paul Mason. But when Annette's young son dies in a fire started by former slaves, Mason flees to England, leaving his grief-stricken wife and her Creole daughter Antoinette behind. Soon Antoinette learns she must marry to claim her inheritance and sets her sights on Rochester, an Englishman eerily similar to Mason.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 16, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Duigan
- Screenplay & Story
- Jan Sharp, Carole Angier, Jean Rhys
- Original Score
- Stewart Copeland
- Original Title
- Wide Sargasso Sea
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Fine Line Features, Sargasso Productions, Laughing Kookaburra Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Duigan
Jan Sharp, Carole Angier, Jean Rhys
Stewart Copeland
Geoff Burton
Jimmy Sandoval, Anne Goursaud
Jan Sharp, Sara Risher
Department Leadership Roster
Jan Sharp
Writer
Carole Angier
Writer
John Duigan
Director
Jan Sharp
Producer
Jimmy Sandoval
Editor
Stewart Copeland
Original Music Composer
Franckie Diago
Production Design
Geoff Burton
Director of Photography
Norma Moriceau
Costume Design
Anne Goursaud
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NC-17: Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
International Certification Matrix
Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wide Sargasso Sea
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Wide Sargasso Sea about?
In the wake of Jamaican emancipation, French colonist Annette Cosway falls into poverty and marries racist Englishman Paul Mason. But when Annette's young son dies in a fire started by former slaves, Mason flees to England, leaving his grief-stricken wife and her Creole daughter Antoinette behind. Soon Antoinette learns she must marry to claim her inheritance and sets her sights on Rochester, an Englishman eerily similar to Mason.
Who directed Wide Sargasso Sea?
Wide Sargasso Sea was directed by John Duigan.
Who stars in Wide Sargasso Sea?
The principal cast of Wide Sargasso Sea includes Karina Lombard, Nathaniel Parker, Rachel Ward, Michael York, Martine Beswick.
When was Wide Sargasso Sea released and how long is it?
Wide Sargasso Sea was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Wide Sargasso Sea?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Wide Sargasso Sea was composed by Stewart Copeland.
Is Wide Sargasso Sea based on a book or true story?
Wide Sargasso Sea is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jean Rhys".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Wide Sargasso Sea?
Wide Sargasso Sea holds official age classifications: US: NC-17 (Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.).