Anna and the King

Anna and the King

1999 · 148 min · EN · PG-13 · 6.7 (700 votes)
Dir. Andy Tennant · Starring Jodie Foster, Chow Yun-Fat, Bai Ling, Tom Felton, Syed Alwi, Randall Duk Kim · Music Robert Kraft
DramaRomanceHistory

The story of the romance between the King of Siam (now Thailand) and the widowed British school teacher Anna Leonowens during the 1860s. Anna teaches the children and becomes romanced by the King. She convinces him that a man can be loved by just one woman.

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This film offers a visually opulent and emotionally resonant journey into a bygone era. It's a grand, sweeping romance steeped in historical majesty and cultural exploration, balancing intimate human connection with the splendor of a royal court. Expect a poignant, elegant experience.

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