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Plot:
Based on the best selling novel by Philippa Gregory, The Other
Boleyn Girl is an engrossing and sensual tale of intrigue,
romance, and betrayal set against the backdrop of a defining
moment in history.
Two sisters, Anne (Natalie Portman) and Mary (Scarlett Johansson)
Boleyn, are driven by their ambitious father and uncle to
advance the family's power and status by courting the affections
of the King of England (Eric Bana). Leaving behind the simplicity
of country life, the girls are thrust into the dangerous and
thrilling world of court life - and what began as a bid to
help their family develops into a ruthless rivalry between
Anne and Mary for the love of the king. Initially, Mary wins
King Henry's favor and becomes his mistress, bearing him an
illegitimate child.
But Anne, clever, conniving, and fearless, edges aside both
her sister and Henry's wife, Queen Katherine of Aragon, in
her relentless pursuit of the king. Despite Mary's genuine
feelings for Henry, her sister Anne has her sights set on
the ultimate prize; Anne will not stop until she is Queen
of England. As the Boleyn girls battle for the love of a king
- one driven by ambition, the other by true affection - England
is torn apart. Despite the dramatic consequences, the Boleyn
girls ultimately find strength and loyalty in each other,
and they remain forever connected by their bond as sisters.
DETAILS__________
Studio:
Columbia Pictures
Focus Features
Production Co:
BBC Films
In Association With
Relativity Media
Ruby Films
Release Date:
February 29, 2008
RELATED LINKS__________
Wikipedia - Movie Info
en.wikipedia.org
Wikipedia - Book Info
en.wikipedia.org
Misc Info
www.bbc.co.uk
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