Iris (2001)

Iris (2001)
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Based on a pair of memoirs by her husband John Bayley, this biographical portrait of writer Iris Murdoch stars both Judi Dench and Kate Winslet as the philosophical author at different stages of her life. When the young Iris (Winslet) meets fellow student Bayley (Hugh Bonneville) at Oxford, he's a naïve virgin easily flummoxed by her libertine spirit, arch personality, and obvious artistic talent. Decades later, little has changed as the couple (now played by Dench and Jim Broadbent) keeps house, with John doting on his more famous wife. When Iris begins experiencing forgetfulness and dementia, however, the ever-doltish but devoted John struggles with hopelessness and frustration to become her caretaker, as his wife's mind deteriorates from the ravages of Alzheimer's disease. Iris earned a slew of Supporting Actor awards for Broadbent, including recognition from the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, and National Board of Review. ~ Karl Williams, Rovi

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Starring:
Judi Dench, Kate Winslet, (more)
Director(s):
Richard Eyre
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
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Synopsis of Iris

Based on a pair of memoirs by her husband John Bayley, this biographical portrait of writer Iris Murdoch stars both Judi Dench and Kate Winslet as the philosophical author at different stages of her life. When the young Iris (Winslet) meets fellow student Bayley (Hugh Bonneville) at Oxford, he's a naïve virgin easily flummoxed by her libertine spirit, arch personality, and obvious artistic talent. Decades later, little has changed as the couple (now played by Dench and Jim Broadbent) keeps house, with John doting on his more famous wife. When Iris begins experiencing forgetfulness and dementia, however, the ever-doltish but devoted John struggles with hopelessness and frustration to become her caretaker, as his wife's mind deteriorates from the ravages of Alzheimer's disease. Iris earned a slew of Supporting Actor awards for Broadbent, including recognition from the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, and National Board of Review. ~ Karl Williams, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
91 mins

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Director(s):
Richard Eyre
Writer(s):
Richard Eyre, Charles Wood
Producer(s):
Robert Fox, Scott Rudin
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Nudity, Sexual Situations, Adult Language)
Iris Awards:
  • 2001 - Berlin International Film Festival - Piper Heidsieck New Talent Award for Best Actor
  • 2002 - Berlin International Film Festival - Piper Heidsieck New Talent Award for Best Actor
  • 2001 - British Academy of Film and Television Arts - Best Actress
  • 2001 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture
  • 2001 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Supporting Actress
  • 2001 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Supporting Actor
  • 2001 - National Board of Review - Best Supporting Actor
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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    PAUL L S.

    I thought this movie was just fantastic as it deals with a very depressing illness that is getting more and more into every day lives. It was played out with grace and honesty, and the casting of the two couples, young and old, was just remarkable. All four were just superb in their roles. This movie should be a must-see for everyone.

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    Jill W.

    I very much enjoyed this movie , the acting was excellent and it was particularly good to learn the problems at the end of Iris's life.

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    Bradley D.

    Fine film...beautiful and scary at once. A slice into the life of a couple who have to deal with Alzheimers. With so many "scary" movies out there, that have absurdities like killer hillbillies, or undead monsters, this film depicts something that is scary, and very very possible for any of us. In the entirety of the film, all the characters make you feel for them. Dench and Winslet are great, but Broadbent is tremendous. If you are drawn to this movie, you will love it.

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