A Quiet Passion

A Quiet Passion (2016)

Genres - Drama, Language & Literature, Historical Film  |   Sub-Genres - Biopic [feature]  |   Release Date - Apr 14, 2017 (USA - Limited)  |   Run Time - 126 min.  |   Countries - Belgium, United Kingdom  |   MPAA Rating - PG13
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Synopsis by Jack Rodgers

This biopic traces the life of 19th century American poet Emily Dickinson (Cynthia Nixon), depicting how her romantic frustrations, relationships with her family, and reclusive nature helped shape her development as a writer. Jennifer Ehle, Keith Carradine, Duncan Duff, and Catherine Bailey co-star. Written and directed by Terence Davies (Sunset Song).

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family, father, life, poet, recluse, Transcendentalism