
Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play The story of 19th century American poet Emily Dickinson is brought to vivid life in a remarkably sensitive biopic by director Terence Davies exploring her early days as a young schoolgirl through to her later years as a recluse Now recognised as a genius that penned some of the most important verses in American literature the poet was virtually unknown in her lifetime leaving behind a legacy of stunning astute work that still resonates deeply today Featuring a curated selection of her poems in voiceover A Quiet Passion details every facet of Dickinson’s character her wit her humour & the intimate close-knit relationship she had with her family Cynthia Nixon commands a superb performance in the title role while Davies’ elegant direction allows the audience to connect with the hopes dreams & disappointments of one of the greatest poets of all time