A Room with a View

1986 · 117 min · EN · NR · 6.9 (840 votes)

Dir. James Ivory · Starring Helena Bonham Carter, Julian Sands, Maggie Smith, Denholm Elliott, Daniel Day-Lewis, Simon Callow · Music Richard Robbins

“An Edwardian Romance”

DramaRomance

When Lucy Honeychurch and chaperon Charlotte Bartlett find themselves in Florence with rooms without views, fellow guests Mr Emerson and son George step in to remedy the situation. Meeting the Emersons could change Lucy's life forever but, once back in England, how will her experiences in Tuscany affect her marriage plans?

VIBE

This film feels like a sun-drenched escape to an idealized past, brimming with gentle wit and burgeoning romance. It's a charming exploration of societal expectations clashing with personal desires, wrapped in exquisite period detail and breathtaking Italian scenery. A truly delightful and emotionally resonant journey.

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