Mona Lisa Smile (2003) movie poster

Mona Lisa Smile (2003)

"They had everything. She showed them more."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 39% (RT: 33%, MC: 45) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaHistoryRomance

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Runtime
1h 57m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.9/10 (1,878 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
33%
Metacritic
45
Cast
Julia Roberts as Katherine Ann Watson
Kirsten Dunst as Betty Warren
Julia Stiles as Joan Brandwyn
Maggie Gyllenhaal as Giselle Levy
Ginnifer Goodwin as Connie Baker
Dominic West as Bill Dunbar
Juliet Stevenson as Amanda Armstrong
Marcia Gay Harden as Nancy Abbey
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,878 votes. Critics scored it lower at 39%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Katherine Watson is a recent UCLA graduate hired to teach art history at the prestigious all-female Wellesley College, in 1953. Determined to confront the outdated mores of society and the institution that embraces them, Katherine inspires her traditional students, including Betty and Joan, to challenge the lives they are expected to lead. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Julia Roberts spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 2003 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Mona Lisa Smile is a 2003 drama, history, romance film directed by Mike Newell. Katherine Watson is a recent UCLA graduate hired to teach art history at the prestigious all-female Wellesley College, in 1953. Determined to confront the outdated mores of society and the institution that embraces them, Katherine inspires her traditional students, including Betty and Joan, to challenge the lives they are expected to lead.

The film has been rated by 1,878 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Mona Lisa Smile delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Mona Lisa Smile (2003) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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