6.5The Sleeping Dictionary · 2003
The Sleeping Dictionary (2003) is a Drama / Romance film directed by Guy Jenkin, starring Jessica Alba, Brenda Blethyn, Hugh Dancy.
DramaRomance
6.5Overview
In the 1930s, British officer John Truscott journeys to a remote village in colonial Malaysia to educate and Westernize the local Iban population. There, he's introduced to the lovely Selima. In keeping with tradition, Selima is assigned to sleep with Truscott and teach him the native language and customs. But when they fall in love, both colonists and natives object to their plans to marry.
Cast
Jessica Alba, Brenda Blethyn, Hugh Dancy, Bob Hoskins, Junix Inocian, Mano Maniam, K.K. Moggie, Emily Mortimer
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What is "The Sleeping Dictionary" about?
In the 1930s, British officer John Truscott journeys to a remote village in colonial Malaysia to educate and Westernize the local Iban population. There, he's introduced to the lovely Selima. In keeping with tradition, Selima is assigned to sleep with Truscott and teach him the native language and customs. But when they fall in love, both colonists and natives object to their plans to marry.
When was "The Sleeping Dictionary" released?
The Sleeping Dictionary was released in 2003.
Who stars in "The Sleeping Dictionary"?
The cast includes Jessica Alba, Brenda Blethyn, Hugh Dancy, Bob Hoskins.
