The Other Boleyn Girl
Dvd release date: 06/10/2008
Starring: Natalie Portman, Eric Bana
Director: Justin Chadwick
Category: Drama
Rated: PG-13
A sensual tale of intrigue, romance and betrayal set against the backdrop of a defining moment in European history, “The Other Boleyn Girl” tells the story of two beautiful sisters, Anne (Natalie Portman) and Mary (Scarlett Johansson) Boleyn who, driven by their family’s blind ambition, compete for the love of the handsome and passionate King Henry VIII (Eric Bana). While both women eventually share the king’s bed, only one will ascend to the throne for a brief and turbulent reign that ends tragically with a swing of the executioner’s sword. (Publisher)
Summary of critic ratings:
Chicago Tribune: **1/2 (out of four)
Rolling Stone: **1/2 (out of four)
USA Today: ** (out of four)
Overall: **1/2 (out of four)
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