Bright Star

Drama, Romance · 2009PG

From Academy Award® winning writer/director Jane Campion (Best Original Screenplay, The Piano, 1993) comes an extraordinary film based on the true story of undying love between renowned poet John Keats (Ben Whishaw, The International) and his spirited muse Fanny Brawne (Abbie Cornish, Stop-Loss). In the wilds of 19th century England, a forbidden passion draws the two lovers ever closer, even as fate conspires to tear them apart. Bright Star takes you to a world where, though life may be fleeting, great art and great love last forever. Let this sparkling gem of romance illuminate your heart.

Starring

Abbie Cornish, David M. Thompson, François Ivernel, Ben Whishaw, Jane Campion, Paul Schneider, Jane Campion, Kerry Fox, Jan Chapman, Edie Martin

Director

Jane Campion