The Other Boleyn Girl 2008
“The Other Boleyn Girl” is a historical drama film set in 16th-century England, based on the novel of the same name by Philippa Gregory. The film tells the story of the Boleyn sisters, Mary and Anne, who compete for the love of King Henry VIII.
The film begins with the Boleyn family attempting to rise in status by having their daughters marry into the royal court. Mary is married off to a nobleman, while Anne catches the eye of King Henry VIII. Anne uses her charm and wit to become a lady-in-waiting to the queen and gain the king’s favor, but her ambition leads her to push Mary aside and try to become the king’s wife.
As Anne becomes more obsessed with her desire for power, she begins to lose the support of those around her, including her sister Mary and the king himself. Mary, who had previously been content with her simple life, is forced to betray her sister and become the king’s mistress in an attempt to protect her own family.
The film depicts the complex relationships between the characters, as well as the political and social turmoil of the time. In the end, Anne’s ambition leads to her downfall, and Mary is left to pick up the pieces of her shattered family.
Andrew is credited only. His scenes were cut from the movie.
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Date:
March 7, 2008