The Scarlet Letter (1995) movie poster

The Scarlet Letter (1995)

"When intimacy is forbidden and passion is a sin, love is the most defiant crime of all."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 78%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 13% (RT: 13%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaRomance

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Director
Roland Joffรฉ
Runtime
2h 15m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.1/10 (513 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
13%
Cast
Demi Moore as Hester Prynne
Gary Oldman as Rev. Arthur Dimmesdale
Robert Duvall as Roger Chillingworth
Lisa Andoh as Mituba
Edward Hardwicke as Gov. John Bellingham
Robert Prosky as Horace Stonehall
Roy Dotrice as Rev. Thomas Cheever
Joan Plowright as Harriet Hibbons
Most people think so. 78% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 513 votes. Critics scored it lower at 13%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Set in puritanical Boston in the mid 1600s, the story of seamstress Hester Prynne, who is outcast after she becomes pregnant by a respected reverend. She refuses to divulge the name of the father, is "convicted" of adultery and forced to wear a scarlet "A" until an Indian attack unites the Puritans and leads to a reevaluation of their laws and morals. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Roland Joffรฉ cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 1995 among dedicated fans.
  • During production of The Scarlet Letter, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Scarlet Letter is a 1995 drama, romance film directed by Roland Joffรฉ. Set in puritanical Boston in the mid 1600s, the story of seamstress Hester Prynne, who is outcast after she becomes pregnant by a respected reverend. She refuses to divulge the name of the father, is "convicted" of adultery and forced to wear a scarlet "A" until an Indian attack unites the Puritans and leads to a reevaluation of their laws and morals.

The film has been rated by 513 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, The Scarlet Letter 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.

The Scarlet Letter (1995) 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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