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The English Patient

R19962h 42mAnthony Minghella
IMDb 7.4 · Rotten Tomatoes 86% · Metacritic 86

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"In love, there are no boundaries."

In the 1930s, Count Almásy is a Hungarian map maker employed by the Royal Geographical Society to chart the vast expanses of the Sahara Desert along with several other prominent explorers. As World War II unfolds, Almásy enters into a world of love, betrayal, and politics.

DramaRomanceWar
EgyptSecret LoveAmnesiaAirplaneCairoIdentityIntelligenceTraitorBurnWorld War Ii

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Frequently asked questions

What is The English Patient (1996) about?

In the 1930s, Count Almásy is a Hungarian map maker employed by the Royal Geographical Society to chart the vast expanses of the Sahara Desert along with several other prominent explorers. As World War II unfolds, Almásy enters into a world of love, betrayal, and politics.

Who stars in The English Patient?

The English Patient stars Ralph Fiennes (Almásy), Juliette Binoche (Hana), Willem Dafoe (David Caravaggio), Kristin Scott Thomas (Katharine Clifton), Naveen Andrews (Sikh Kip). The film was directed by Anthony Minghella.

How long is The English Patient?

The English Patient has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1996. It is rated R.

Is The English Patient worth watching?

The English Patient holds an IMDb rating of 7.4/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 86. Fans of Drama, Romance, War are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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