Overview

English aristocrat Tony Last welcomes tragedy into his life when he invites John Beaver to visit his vast estate. There Beaver makes the acquaintance of Tony's wife, Brenda. Together, they continue their relationship in a series of bedroom assignations in London. Trusting to a fault, Tony is unaware that anything is amiss until his wife suddenly asks for a divorce. With his life in turmoil, Tony goes on a haphazard journey to South America.

Cast

James Wilby, Kristin Scott Thomas, Rupert Graves, Pip Torrens, Judi Dench, Alec Guinness, Beatie Edney, Christopher Godwin

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What is "A Handful of Dust" about?

English aristocrat Tony Last welcomes tragedy into his life when he invites John Beaver to visit his vast estate. There Beaver makes the acquaintance of Tony's wife, Brenda. Together, they continue their relationship in a series of bedroom assignations in London. Trusting to a fault, Tony is unaware that anything is amiss until his wife suddenly asks for a divorce. With his life in turmoil, Tony goes on a haphazard journey to South America.

When was "A Handful of Dust" released?

A Handful of Dust was released in 1988.

Who stars in "A Handful of Dust"?

The cast includes James Wilby, Kristin Scott Thomas, Rupert Graves, Pip Torrens.