The Sleeping Dictionary
📖 Synopsis
In the 1930s, British officer John Truscott journeys to a remote village in colonial Malaysia to educate and Westernize the local Iban population. There, he's introduced to the lovely Selima. In keeping with tradition, Selima is assigned to sleep with Truscott and teach him the native language and customs. But when they fall in love, both colonists and natives object to their plans to marry.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “He's an unexpected education.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- Director
- Guy Jenkin
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Jessica AlbaSelima
Brenda BlethynAggie
Hugh DancyJohn Truscott
Bob HoskinsHenry BullardC
Christopher Ling Lee IanJasmineJ
Junix InocianFamousM
Michael Jessing LanggiMelaka
Mano ManiamPoliceman
K.K. MoggieTipong
Emily MortimerCecil🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Sleeping Dictionary about?
- In the 1930s, British officer John Truscott journeys to a remote village in colonial Malaysia to educate and Westernize the local Iban population. There, he's introduced to the lovely Selima. In keeping with tradition, Selima is assigned to sleep with Truscott and teach him the native language and customs. But when they fall in love, both colonists and natives object to their plans to marry.
- Who directed The Sleeping Dictionary?
- The Sleeping Dictionary was directed by Guy Jenkin.
- When was The Sleeping Dictionary released?
- The Sleeping Dictionary was released on January 31, 2003.
- How long is The Sleeping Dictionary?
- The Sleeping Dictionary has a runtime of 1h 49m.
- Where can I track The Sleeping Dictionary?
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