A Doll's House
A Doll's House

A Doll's House

1992Movie140 minEnglish

One of Ibsen's best known plays, A Dolls House caused a sensation when first published, as it provided a critique on the conventions of Victorian marriage. Nora Helmer feels suffocated and belittled in her marriage to banker Torvald. When faced with blackmail as a result of an attempt to save her husband's life, Nora decides that the only way to discover the real world is to step outside the illusions within her doll's house.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: David JonesGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Nora Helmer, a seemingly content housewife in 19th-century Norway, harbors a secret: she forged her deceased father's signature on a loan to save her husband Torvald's life. As Torvald, a rigid bank manager, climbs the social ladder, Nora's secret becomes a ticking time bomb, threatening their marriage and reputation. The arrival of Krogstad, who knows her secret and seeks to exploit it, forces Nora to confront the suffocating constraints of her marriage and societal expectations.

Critical Reception

The 1992 film adaptation of 'A Doll's House' received generally positive reviews, particularly for its faithful adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's classic play and the performances of its lead actors. Critics praised its exploration of gender roles and marital dynamics, though some found it to be a somewhat traditional rendition of the source material.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong central performance by Anthony Hopkins as Torvald and Emmanuelle Béart as Nora.
  • Appreciated for its faithful adherence to the themes and narrative of Ibsen's original play.
  • Noted for its atmospheric period detail and exploration of societal constraints on women.

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Fun Fact

While many adaptations exist, this 1992 version is notable for its international cast, featuring French actress Emmanuelle Béart as Nora and British acting legends Anthony Hopkins and Geraldine McEwan in key supporting roles.

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