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The Serpent's Kiss (1997)

The Serpent's Kiss (1997)
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Haughty and vain British industrialist Thomas Smithers (Pete Postlethwaite) dearly loves his wife Juliana (Greta Sacchi). Since they only have a daughter (Carmen Chaplin), and a strange one at that, Smithers decides that rather than leaving his fortune to his wife and child, he will build a fabulous garden to honor Julianna, who unfortunately, cares little for such things. Hearing of Smithers's plans, Julianna's conniving cousin Fitzmaurice (Richard E. Grant), who has secretly wanted her for himself, suggests that Smithers hire hot young Dutch garden architect Meneer Chrome (Ewan McGregor) to do the work. Chrome's work does not come cheap, but that is fine with Fitzmaurice who is hoping that the project will bankrupt Smithers and cause Julianna to return to him. Unfortunately for Fitzmaurice, Julianna finds herself falling in love with Chrome. Unfortunately for Julianna, Chrome has fallen in love with her daughter Thea. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

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Starring:
Ewan McGregorGreta Scacchi, (more)
Director(s):
Philippe Rousselot
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of The Serpent's Kiss

Haughty and vain British industrialist Thomas Smithers (Pete Postlethwaite) dearly loves his wife Juliana (Greta Sacchi). Since they only have a daughter (Carmen Chaplin), and a strange one at that, Smithers decides that rather than leaving his fortune to his wife and child, he will build a fabulous garden to honor Julianna, who unfortunately, cares little for such things. Hearing of Smithers's plans, Julianna's conniving cousin Fitzmaurice (Richard E. Grant), who has secretly wanted her for himself, suggests that Smithers hire hot young Dutch garden architect Meneer Chrome (Ewan McGregor) to do the work. Chrome's work does not come cheap, but that is fine with Fitzmaurice who is hoping that the project will bankrupt Smithers and cause Julianna to return to him. Unfortunately for Fitzmaurice, Julianna finds herself falling in love with Chrome. Unfortunately for Julianna, Chrome has fallen in love with her daughter Thea. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
110 mins

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Director(s):
Philippe Rousselot
Writer(s):
Tim Rose Price
Producer(s):
John BattsekTim Rose PriceRobert Jones
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Adult Humor, Adult Situations)
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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Maria L.

This movie is a sweet surprise and a fun period romp. The quirky characters are delightful, as are the plot twists and turns. The characters of Thea and Meneer Chrome are intriguing mysteries. The language is eloquent and seductive, and the senses are awakened in the natural world versus the civilized culture of the times.

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Izabela G.

This is a movie about story- telling rather than a story. The images, the language, poetry, plants, the concept of a garden, people with character, feature here in a unique combination that forces you to pay attention, even if none of these are your primary interests. Exquisite.

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