La dame de Windsor

Original title: Mrs Brown

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Judi Dench and Billy Connolly in La dame de Windsor (1997)

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When Queen Victoria descends into deep mourning after the death of her husband Prince Albert in 1861, she finds solace in her trusted servant, Mr. John Brown, but their relationship also bri... Read allWhen Queen Victoria descends into deep mourning after the death of her husband Prince Albert in 1861, she finds solace in her trusted servant, Mr. John Brown, but their relationship also brings scandal and turmoil.When Queen Victoria descends into deep mourning after the death of her husband Prince Albert in 1861, she finds solace in her trusted servant, Mr. John Brown, but their relationship also brings scandal and turmoil.

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Nominated for 2 Oscars
- 12 wins & 26 nominations total

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Trivia
Though she was in her early sixties, Judi Dench cites this as the movie that launched her film career.

Goofs
Disraeli speaks from notes in Parliament, and again at the end of the film. In real life, Disraeli delivered all of his speeches, including those several hours long or involving complicated statistics, from memory. He warned younger politicians against using notes as a crutch.

Quotes
Queen Victoria: Mr Brown.
John Brown: Yes, ma'am.
Queen Victoria: You have been told repeatedly not to stand in the courtyard unless requested to do so.
John Brown: Yes, ma'am.
Queen Victoria: Then why do you persist in doing it?
John Brown: Because I think Her Majesty is wrong. If ever there was a poor soul who needed fresh air, it is her.
Queen Victoria: The Queen will ride out if and when she chooses.
John Brown: And I intend to be there when she's ready.

Connections
Featured in Siskel & Ebert & the Movies: George of the Jungle/Mrs. Brown/Nothing to Lose/Operation Condor/Contempt (1997)

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8/10

A masterful, touching, gentle piece of history

Absolutely brilliant film. No question, we all seem to agree that Dench deserved the Oscar (ok, Hunt was cute in AGAIG but a long way from 'Best'), Connolly is surprisingly good in this very dramatic role (I'm not exactly a huge fan of his comedic work), and Sher was very clever as Disraeli. All in all, a sterling performance by a wonderful cast. But this movie is just a little bit more that just great acting, it is also a moving story of the burdens of office, the mores of Victorian society, the anguish of the death of a loved one, and the blessing of true friendship. This is a very good movie. Don't expect sex, violence or swearing, but if you're looking for a quality film, this could be for you. 8/10