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Mr. Pip

  • Drama
  • War
Confirmed2012-09-086.26.8Trakt

As a war rages on in the province of Bougainville in Papua New Guinea, a young girl becomes transfixed by the Charles Dickens novel Great Expectations, which is being read at school by the only white man in the village.

Mr. Pip is a 2012 drama film set during the Bougainvillean conflict in Papua New Guinea, following a young girl captivated by Great Expectations as read by the village's only white teacher. The film explores how literature offers solace and hope amid the chaos of war. Now available on streaming platforms, it's a poignant story about the power of storytelling in impossible circumstances.

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Mr. Pip Official Trailer #1 (2013) - Hugh Laurie Movie HD

YouTube · 2013-04-26
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When was Mr. Pip released?

Mr. Pip was released on September 8, 2012.

What is Mr. Pip about?

The film follows a young girl in Bougainville, Papua New Guinea, during a period of armed conflict, who becomes fascinated by Charles Dickens' Great Expectations as her teacher reads it aloud in class. It examines how literature provides refuge and meaning during wartime.

Where can I watch Mr. Pip?

As a 2012 film, Mr. Pip is available on various streaming services, rental platforms, and for purchase on digital retailers. Check your local streaming availability for current options.

Is Mr. Pip based on a true story?

Mr. Pip is adapted from Lloyd Jones' novel of the same name, which was inspired by the real Bougainvillean crisis (1989-1998) but presents a fictional narrative about a girl and her teacher.

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