Maurice (1987)

Maurice (1987)
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Director James Ivory brings his subdued, "Masterpiece Theater" style to a forbidden subject -- homosexual love. Maurice is based on E.M. Forster's suppressed 1914 novel that was held back from publication until after his death. The film takes place at Cambridge, before World War I, when homosexuality was outlawed in Great Britain. Clive (Hugh Grant), an aristocratic Englishman with a life of privilege, suddenly shocks his close friend Maurice (James Wilby) by declaring his love for him. Maurice is initially stunned by the pronouncement, but in the end finds himself giving Clive a passionate kiss and telling him that he loves him as well. Clive, in the stiff-upper-lip British manner, considers their love to be more of an intellectual concept, but Maurice becomes passionate about the affair. Clive, afraid of being exposed as a homosexual, backs off and breaks up with Maurice for marriage, family, and politics. Maurice is crestfallen, but then he has a passionate affair with Clive's gamekeeper, Scudder (Rupert Graves), and Maurice and Scudder decide to risk their reputations by openly living together as lovers. ~ Paul Brenner, Rovi

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Starring:
James Wilby, Hugh Grant, (more)
Director(s):
James Ivory
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Maurice

Director James Ivory brings his subdued, "Masterpiece Theater" style to a forbidden subject -- homosexual love. Maurice is based on E.M. Forster's suppressed 1914 novel that was held back from publication until after his death. The film takes place at Cambridge, before World War I, when homosexuality was outlawed in Great Britain. Clive (Hugh Grant), an aristocratic Englishman with a life of privilege, suddenly shocks his close friend Maurice (James Wilby) by declaring his love for him. Maurice is initially stunned by the pronouncement, but in the end finds himself giving Clive a passionate kiss and telling him that he loves him as well. Clive, in the stiff-upper-lip British manner, considers their love to be more of an intellectual concept, but Maurice becomes passionate about the affair. Clive, afraid of being exposed as a homosexual, backs off and breaks up with Maurice for marriage, family, and politics. Maurice is crestfallen, but then he has a passionate affair with Clive's gamekeeper, Scudder (Rupert Graves), and Maurice and Scudder decide to risk their reputations by openly living together as lovers. ~ Paul Brenner, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
140 mins

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Director(s):
James Ivory
Writer(s):
James Ivory, Ruth Prawer Jhabvala, Kit Hesketh-Harvey
Producer(s):
Ismail Merchant
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Not For Children, Adult Language, Adult Situations, Brief Nudity, Nudity)
Maurice Awards:
  • 1987 - Venice International Film Festival - Best Actor
  • 1987 - Venice International Film Festival - Osella for Best Music
  • 1987 - Venice International Film Festival - Silver Lion
  • 1987 - Venice International Film Festival - Best 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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    Andrew A.

    Merchant Ivory often cross the threshold beytond good to great, and does so again with this brilliantly executed redition of a novel worthy of similar praise. The acting is good. But when you add the screenplay and directing, cinemetography, scenery, and costumes, you have a great film that becomes a significant part of film history. And, the storyline becomes part of what life can be like to many who have loved and learned, suffered and risen from the dead.

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    Dake C.

    Merchant Ivory films are always a feast for the senses. Even if you don't relate to the story, you can't help but rejoice in the beauty of their film making. This film hit home with me for I am a gay man and have felt the pressure brought on by social stigma and unrequited love. With that said, Hugh Grant in a very early performance uses his beauty and his definitive acting skills to bring his character to life. This movie may be nearly 20 years old but the story is one of any lifetime. It takes place in the early 1900's but rings true for any generation. The film making is gentle, real and true. The performances are totally believable and the story transcends any generation. Even if you aren't gay, you can't watch this film and not be moved by their journey or there passion for each other. It may not be a film that is on everyone's mind but it definantly struck a chord with me.

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    Linda D.

    Adapted from a novel by E.M. Forster who also brought Room With a View and Howard's End. The movie deals with the lives of several gay men during Edwardian times in England. The movie itself was fair, however the performance by Hugh Grant is by and large the best I've personally seen him give.

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