Great Expectations
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Loosely based on the Charles Dickens' classic novel, "Great Expectations" is a sensual tale of a young man's unforgettable passage into manhood, and the three individuals who will undeniably change his life forever. Through the surprising interactions of these vivid characters, "Great Expectations" takes a unique and contemporary look at life's great coincidences.
Great Expectations is a 1998 comedy-drama-romance film that reimagines Charles Dickens' classic novel for a contemporary setting. Following a young man's transformative journey into adulthood, the film explores how three pivotal people shape his life through unexpected encounters and coincidences. Now available to stream, it offers a sensual, modern take on themes of ambition, love, and personal growth.
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Wide release in United States · Rated R
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Ethan HawkeFinnegan Bell
Gwyneth PaltrowEstella
Hank AzariaWalter Plane
Chris CooperJoe
Anne BancroftMs. Dinsmoor
Robert De NiroPrisoner / Lustig
Josh MostelJerry Ragno
Kim DickensMaggie
Nell CampbellErica Thall
Gabriel MannOwen
Jeremy KissnerFinnegan at Age 10
Raquel BeaudeneEstella at Age 10
Stephen SpinellaCarter Macleish
Marla SucharetzaRuth Shepard- Isabelle AndersonLois Pope
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Great Expectations — frequently asked
When was Great Expectations released?
Great Expectations was released on January 30, 1998.
Is Great Expectations based on a book?
Yes, it is loosely based on Charles Dickens' classic novel of the same name, but adapted with a contemporary setting and sensibility.
What is Great Expectations about?
The film follows a young man's passage into manhood, centered on three individuals who profoundly change his life and shape his journey through surprising interactions and life's coincidences.
What genres is Great Expectations?
Great Expectations blends comedy, drama, and romance.
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