Thomas Jefferson is one of our most fascinating presidents, so it's no wonder Hollywood keeps making movies about him. In this one, we get to see his relationships with the women in his life. It's always very interesting to find out a revered and powerful man has a weakness.
Nick Nolte portrays a pre-president Jefferson, and after he's widowed, he goes to Paris to become the US minister. This is during the time of Marie Antoinette so be prepared to see some beautiful costumes and set designs. While he's there (remember the title) he meets Greta Scacchi and forms an attachment. The problem comes in the form of his daughter, Gwyneth Paltrow, who doesn't want her father to remarry.
Where's the romance you've been waiting to see, between Jefferson and Sally Hemings? Don't worry; it's there. Thandie Newton plays the next beauty in his life, and as we all know, there are obstacles to their happy-ever-after as well. If you find Jefferson an interesting subject, you'll like this intimate portrait that shows him as an imperfect man. You'll also see Simon Callow, James Earl Jones, and Nancy Marchand in the supporting cast.
Where's the romance you've been waiting to see, between Jefferson and Sally Hemings? Don't worry; it's there. Thandie Newton plays the next beauty in his life, and as we all know, there are obstacles to their happy-ever-after as well. If you find Jefferson an interesting subject, you'll like this intimate portrait that shows him as an imperfect man. You'll also see Simon Callow, James Earl Jones, and Nancy Marchand in the supporting cast.