
Set in the late 19th century, this film follows a determined American editor who travels to Venice in pursuit of the private letters of a renowned, deceased poet. The editor, played by Jonathan Rhys Meyers, becomes entangled with the reclusive Juliana Bordereau, portrayed by Vanessa Redgrave, and her niece, played by Joely Richardson, as he attempts to uncover the secrets hidden within the letters. Directed by Julien Landais, the movie explores themes of obsession, literary legacy, and the passage of time. While it has not received any major awards, it features a strong cast and is based on a novella by Henry James. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.