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Great Expectations
Directed by David Lean
1946•1h 58m•NR•★ 7.7
Drama / Mystery / Romance
Synopsis
A humble orphan is unexpectedly plucked from poverty by a mysterious benefactor and thrust into high society. David Lean's atmospheric, visual feast widely considered the definitive Charles Dickens adaptation.
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DirectorDavid Lean
WriterDavid LeanCecil McGivernRonald NeameAnthony Havelock-AllanKay Walsh
CinematographyGuy Green
MusicWalter Goehr
Principal Cast
John MillsPip
Valerie HobsonEstella
Tony WagerYoung Pip
Jean SimmonsYoung Estella
Bernard MilesJoe Gargery
Finlay CurrieAbel Magwitch
Martita HuntMiss Havisham
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Runtime1h 58m (118 mins)
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DirectorDavid Lean
LanguagesEnglish
CountryGB
StudioCineguild
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