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Swept from the Sea (1998)

"In the heart of an outcast, he found his destiny. In the passion of an outsider, she found her home."

6.419981h 53mEN
DramaRomance

Directed by Beeban Kidron

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 53m

Language

EN

Release

January 23, 1998

Director

Beeban Kidron

Official Trailer

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Overview

The film tells the story of Russian emigree and the only survivor from ship crash Yanko Goorall and servant Amy Foster in the end of 19th century. When Yanko enters a farm sick and hungry after the shipwreck, everyone is afraid of him, except for Amy, who is very kind and helps him. Soon he becomes ...

Cast

Rachel Weisz

Rachel Weisz

Amy Foster

Vincent Perez

Vincent Perez

Yanko

Ian McKellen

Ian McKellen

Dr. James Kennedy

Kathy Bates

Kathy Bates

Miss Swaffer

Joss Ackland

Joss Ackland

Mr. Swaffer

Tony Haygarth

Tony Haygarth

Mr. Smith

Fiona Victory

Fiona Victory

Mrs. Smith

Tom Bell

Tom Bell

Isaac Foster

Zoë Wanamaker

Zoë Wanamaker

Mary Foster

William Scott-Masson

William Scott-Masson

Mr. Wilcox

Eve Matheson

Eve Matheson

Mrs. Wilcox

Dave Hill

Dave Hill

Jack Vincent

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Swept from the Sea (1998), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The film tells the story of Russian emigree and the only survivor from ship crash Yanko Goorall and servant Amy Foster in the end of 19th century. When Yanko enters a farm sick and hungry after the shipwreck, everyone is afraid of him, except for Amy, who is very kind and helps him. Soon he becomes like a son for Dr. James Kennedy and romance between Yanko and Amy follows.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Swept from the Sea. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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