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My Kingdom
A powerful dynasty, headed by a charismatic, manipulative father, falls when he decides to hand over his criminal empire to his three corrupt and power-hungry daughters. Kath runs a brothel down by the docks, Tracy owns a soccer team and Jo, a former junkie -- and prostitute -- rejects her inheritance, pitting sisters Kath and Tracy against each other.
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Plot Summary
Set in 1930s Britain, this film tells the story of Lord Thomas Wentworth, a wealthy landowner who becomes increasingly estranged from his family and the world around him. As his health declines and his eccentricities grow, his family and staff grapple with his legacy and the future of his vast estate. The narrative explores themes of isolation, power, and the changing social landscape of the era.
Critical Reception
My Kingdom received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its pacing slow and its narrative unfocused. While Richard Harris's performance was often praised, the film struggled to engage audiences with its somber tone and lack of a clear central conflict. It was largely overlooked upon its release.
What Reviewers Say
Praised Richard Harris's commanding performance as the aging Lord.
Criticized for its slow pacing and underdeveloped plot.
Found the film's exploration of themes to be heavy-handed and melancholic.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the novel 'The Inheritance' by the acclaimed author William Somerset Maugham, though the movie significantly deviates from the source material in its narrative and character focus.
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