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MOVIE

Wilde

Loved for being unique. Hated for being different.

★ 6.6 1997 118 min R DramaHistory

Oscar Wilde is a married playwright who has occasionally indulged his weakness for male suitors. After much toil, Wilde debuts 'The Importance of Being Earnest' in London, and a chat at the theatre with Lord Alfred 'Bosie' Douglas leads to a full-fledged romance. However, this affair leads to a legal dispute with Lord Alfred's oppressive father, the Marquess of Queensberry, and, given the local anti-gay laws, Wilde is jailed. Wilde's vast intellect helps him survive until he regains his freedom.

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Wilde in its release era

Released in 1997, Wilde sits inside the 1990s catalog. Explore its creators, studio connections, genres and nearby releases from the same period.

Release
1997-09-01
Rating
R
TMDB score
6.6/10
Original language
EN
Status
Released
Production
Germany, Japan, United Kingdom
Studio
Dove International, Pandora Film, BBC Film
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