The Greatest Passionate Romances, Costume Dramas, and Period Pieces of all time.
The most wonderful period pieces and costume dramas ever put to film and Televison. If your a fan and lover of beautiful, rich stories and love the costumes that go with them! Then this list has many absolutley must see Titles for you!!
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- DirectorMarshall HerskovitzStarsCatherine McCormackRufus SewellOliver PlattA Venetian courtesan becomes a hero to her city, but later becomes the target of an inquisition by the Church for witchcraft.A Beautiful piece of Art worth infinite repeat viewings!! Not only for the story, and costumes, but also for the richness in the way that its shot.
- DirectorShekhar KapurStarsCate BlanchettLiz GilesRod CulbertsonThe early years of the reign of Elizabeth I of England and her difficult task of learning what is necessary to be a monarch.This is the first time I saw Cate Blanchette in a film and thanks to her glorious performance this is one of my favorite films.
- DirectorJean-Pierre JeunetStarsAudrey TautouGaspard UllielJodie FosterTells the story of a young woman's relentless search for her fiancé, who has disappeared from the trenches of the Somme during World War One.For the story, the mystery and the beauitful imagery this deserves to be watched again and again! This is not judt a film its an expirience! One of the richest romances ever made! Stunning!
- StarsDaniela Denby-AsheRichard ArmitageTim Pigott-SmithNorth and South is a four-part adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's love story of Margaret Hale, a middle-class southerner who is forced to move to the northern town of Milton.This is a gem of a series. Richard Armitage gives a stellar performance in this beautiful story of love and romance and revolution.
- StarsColin FirthJennifer EhleSusannah HarkerWhile the arrival of wealthy gentlemen sends her marriage-minded mother into a frenzy, willful and opinionated Elizabeth Bennet matches wits with haughty Mr. Darcy.
- DirectorMichael CurtizWilliam KeighleyStarsErrol FlynnOlivia de HavillandBasil RathboneWhen Prince John and the Norman Lords begin oppressing the Saxon masses in King Richard's absence in 1190s England, a Saxon lord fights back as the outlaw leader of a resistance movement.The costumes and the way they tell this timeless tale are great!
- DirectorAmma AsanteStarsGugu Mbatha-RawMatthew GoodeEmily WatsonThe biracial daughter, Dido Elizabeth Belle (Gugu Mbatha-Raw), of Royal Navy Captain Sir John Lindsay (Matthew Goode) is raised by aristocratic Great-uncle Lord William Murray, 1st Earl of Mansfield (Tom Wilkinson) in 18th century England.
- StarsDominic CooperCharity WakefieldHattie MorahanThe sisters Eleanor and Marianne Dashwood try to find love and security in the 1800's. These two sisters coudn't be more different. Where Eleanor is calm and always acts proper Marianne is passionate and usally forgets herself.There is such a lovely freshness brought in to this version that it makes it so very lovely and enriching to watch. I find it so refreshing each time I watch it.
I did find the character of Eleanor Dashwood seeming almost weaker in this version for some reason, I enjoyed Emma Thompson's portrayal far greater in the earlier film version.
If this version had only had a longer ending! and Emma Thompsons' lines when Marianne confronts her about how long she knew about Edward and Lucy. BANG! It would have been practicaly perfect in every way. However all in all, I like this version more than the film version. - DirectorAgnieszka HollandStarsKate MaberlyMaggie SmithHeydon ProwseA young, recently-orphaned girl is sent to England after living in India all of her life. Once there, she begins to explore her new, seemingly-isolated surroundings, and its secrets.A rich, complex, brave rich dark and deeply stunning tapestry of a film.
One of the best films for adults and children ever made. If you haven't seen this one yet.. Do yourself a favor and SEE IT!!! - DirectorGillian ArmstrongStarsSusan SarandonWinona RyderKirsten DunstThe March sisters live and grow in post-Civil War America.
- DirectorGary TrousdaleKirk WiseStarsPaige O'HaraRobby BensonJesse CortiA prince cursed to spend his days as a hideous monster sets out to regain his humanity by earning a young woman's love.Even though its animated...Thats not even a factor. Its a film with great costumes. This is one of the richest deepest experiences of artistic beauty that amazes me everytime I watch this film. This is Disney's greatest film in my mind.
- StarsSam NeillHelena Bonham CarterJohn GielgudLegendary wizard Merlin tells his story of his war against Queen Mab of the Sidhe and his creation of Camelot.Rich and dark storytelling. A sumptious feast of a series!
Fantastic performances across the board! The look of this film is something to behold and treasure! I was happily suprised to discover Alan Lee worked on this Series! As a fan of his I needed to add this to my collection! - DirectorNeil JordanStarsBrad PittTom CruiseAntonio BanderasA vampire tells his epic life story: love, betrayal, loneliness, and hunger.See it because every single frame is Beautiful!!
Please someone persuade Tom Cruise and Neil Jordan to continue and finish the Vampire Chronicles! I know they would do it justice. - DirectorAndy TennantStarsDrew BarrymoreAnjelica HustonDougray ScottThe Brothers Grimm arrive at the home of a wealthy Grande Dame who speaks of the many legends surrounding the fable of the cinder girl before telling the "true" story of her ancestor.One of my Favorites! Great to see a strong female character and a very handsome prince.
- DirectorLasse HallströmStarsHeath LedgerSienna MillerJeremy IronsThe fabled romantic Giacomo Casanova, after failing to win the affection of the Venetian woman Francesca Bruni, strives to discover the real meaning of love.A very rich and beautiful film!
- DirectorSaul DibbStarsKeira KnightleyRalph FiennesDominic CooperA chronicle of the life of 18th-century aristocrat Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, who was revered for her extravagant political and personal life.For the costumes alone! This is worth several repeat viewings!
It has a very excellent story as well. - DirectorJohn MaddenStarsGwyneth PaltrowJoseph FiennesGeoffrey RushThe world's greatest ever playwright, William Shakespeare, is young, out of ideas and short of cash, but meets his ideal woman and is inspired to write one of his most famous plays.This particular Love story is a lovely thing to become immersed with.
The costumes are stunning. There are many elements to enjoy here, including Judi Dench's wonderful performance as the Queen (I was more impressed with Joseph and Gwenyth's chemistry though), and of course Colin Firth's apalling bowing. - DirectorGuillermo del ToroStarsIvana BaqueroAriadna GilSergi LópezIn the Falangist Spain of 1944, the bookish young stepdaughter of a sadistic army officer escapes into an eerie but captivating fantasy world.A rich and dark compeling film with stirring visuals and Epic visionairy style.
Its more of what we need to see in today's fantasy films.
Dark and deeply beautiful on many levels. - DirectorP.J. HoganStarsJeremy SumpterJason IsaacsOlivia WilliamsThe Darling family children receive a visit from Peter Pan, who takes them to Never Never Land where an ongoing war with the evil Pirate Captain Hook is taking place.The Definitive edition in my mind!! There is so much to love and immerse your senses. Its quite a feast and they got the look of the faries just so lovingly right!!
- DirectorJoe WrightStarsKeira KnightleyMatthew MacfadyenBrenda BlethynSparks fly when spirited Elizabeth Bennet meets single, rich, and proud Mr. Darcy. But Mr. Darcy reluctantly finds himself falling in love with a woman beneath his class. Can each overcome their own pride and prejudice?
- DirectorNeil BurgerStarsEdward NortonJessica BielPaul GiamattiIn turn-of-the-century Vienna, a magician uses his abilities to secure the love of a woman far above his social standing.A very rich film with great acting all around, great visuals, and a very well told story.
- DirectorRoland JofféStarsGérard DepardieuUma ThurmanTim RothVatel is the cook of Prince Condé. When the prince invites Louis XIV to hunt, he has to give lavish banquets in order to fall in his favor. But when Vatel falls in love with the king's mistress, love and duty come into conflict.A great and very lovely story about a common man with fantastic gifts.
- DirectorMichael Caton-JonesStarsLiam NeesonJessica LangeJohn HurtIn 1713 Scotland, Rob Roy MacGregor is wronged by a nobleman and his nephew, becomes an outlaw in search of revenge while fleeing the Redcoats, and faces charges of being a Jacobite.One of the Greatest movies ever made!!!
Jessica Lange got robbed of a SAG, Golden Globe, and an Oscar in my opinion. - DirectorBrian HelgelandStarsHeath LedgerMark AddyRufus SewellAfter his master dies, a peasant squire, fueled by his desire for food and glory, creates a new identity for himself as a knight.I love the fact that this film had such a different unique take on things. It has such interesting style interms of hair stylings and costumes) and it also has great wit and beauty about it, I simply cant help but love to watch it again and again!
- DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsHarrison FordKaren AllenPaul FreemanIn 1936, archaeologist and adventurer Indiana Jones is hired by the U.S. government to find the Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis can obtain its awesome powers.