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Firelight (1998)

Movie ★ 6.7 103 min

In 1838, lovely governess Elisabeth agrees to bear a child of anonymous English landowner, and he will in return pay her father's debt. At birth she, as agreed, gives up the child. Seven years later she is hired as governess to a girl on a remote Sussex estate. The father of the girl, Charles Godwin, turns out to be that anonymous landowner. So Elisabeth has to be her own daughter's governess, and she can't reveal the secret of her tie with little Louisa.

William Nicholson Director William Nicholson Writer

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Quick facts

Released
May 27, 1998
Runtime
103 min
Rating
R
IMDb
tt0119125
Country
United Kingdom, United States
Language
English, French
Studio
Wind Dancer Productions, Hollywood Pictures, Carnival Films, Miramax

Cast

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Frequently asked questions

What is Firelight about?
In 1838, lovely governess Elisabeth agrees to bear a child of anonymous English landowner, and he will in return pay her father's debt. At birth she, as agreed, gives up the child. Seven years later she is hired as governess to a girl on a remote Sussex estate. The father of the girl, Charles Godwin, turns out to be that anonymous landowner. So Elisabeth has to be her own daughter's governess, and she can't reveal the secret of her tie with little Louisa.
Who directed Firelight?
Firelight was directed by William Nicholson.
Who stars in Firelight?
Firelight stars Sophie Marceau, Stephen Dillane, Dominique Belcourt, Kevin Anderson.
When was Firelight released?
Firelight is a 1998 romance, drama film.
Where can I watch Firelight?
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