This is quite an under-rated gem of a film; depicting a far grittier and more authentic interpretation of the diary of Anna Leonowens than was reflected in the altogether lighter, more joyous "King and I". Rex Harrison rather woodenly portrays King Mongkut as he works to bring 19th century Siam into the modern world; hoping to improve the lives of his people and at the same time ensuring the continued independence of his nation from the marauding colonial powers at large at the time. Irene Dunne captures wonderfully the stoic determination of the widowed Anna trying to bring her son up as a single parent in a time when that simply wasn't done. Their story isn't one of sentimental love, but of ultimately a trust and inter-reliance that endured. Lee J. Cobb adds value as the Prime Minister and Bernard Hermann's authenticly-sounding score supports John Cromwell's able and quite poignant direction.
Anna and the King of Siam
1946
Drama / Romance
Anna and the King of Siam
Anna and the King of Siam
1946
Drama / Romance
Synopsis
In 1862, a young Englishwoman becomes royal tutor in Siam and befriends the King.
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August 11, 1946, Sun at 01:50 AM
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Cast
Irene Dunne as Anna Owens
Rex Harrison as King Mongkut
Linda Darnell as Tuptim
Lee J. Cobb as Kralahome
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Reviewed on July 07, 2022, Thu at 04:37 PM
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