Movie Description
The Mayor of Casterbridge
(2003)Overview
Adaptation of Thomas Hardy's novel. At a country fair, young hay-trusser Michael Henchard quarrels with his wife Susan, and in a drunken fit decides to auction off his wife and baby to a sailor for five guineas. The next day, realising his loss, he swears not to touch liquor again for as many years as he has lived so far. Eighteen years later, Henchard has become Mayor of Casterbridge, a man well respected but not well liked. The unexpected return of his wife and daughter Elizabeth Jane sets off a turn of events that force him to face the consequences of his selfish impulses and violent temper.
Featured Crew
- Director : David Thacker
- Writer : Thomas Hardy,Ted Whitehead
- Cast : Ciarán Hinds,Juliet Aubrey,Jodhi May,James Purefoy,Alex Kelly
Cast
Michael Henchard
Susan
Elizabeth Jane
Donald Farfrae
Maid
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Facts
Original TitleThe Mayor of Casterbridge
Status Released
Release Information
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2003-12-28
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 03h 16m
Production CompaniesPearson Television International,Sally Head Productions
Genres
- Drama
- TV Movie
