
Anna and the King
Directed by Andy Tennant
Produced by Fox 2000 Pictures, Lawrence Bender Productions
A sweeping historical romance set in 19th-century Siam that balances the tenderness of an unlikely cross-cultural love affair with the darker political tensions of the era.
The story of the romance between the King of Siam (now Thailand) and the widowed British school teacher Anna Leonowens during the 1860s. Anna teaches the children and becomes romanced by the King. She convinces him that a man can be loved by just one woman.
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Is Anna and the King easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.
Is Anna and the King sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Does Anna and the King end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 65% of films.
Is Anna and the King scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
Is Anna and the King violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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