The Sleeping Dictionary
The Sleeping Dictionary
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Set in the 1930s, this romantic drama follows a young British colonial officer, played by Hugh Dancy, who is sent to the jungles of Sarawak, Borneo. There, he encounters a “sleeping dictionary,” a local woman portrayed by Jessica Alba, who is tasked with teaching him the native language and customs. As they navigate cultural differences and societal expectations, a forbidden romance blossoms, challenging the rigid colonial structures. The film, directed by Guy Jenkin, explores themes of love, identity, and cultural clash. It can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.

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Duration:1h 49min
👁️Views:19562
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🗓Release Date:2003-01-31
🏷️Genre:Drama, Romance
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🏆Awards:4 wins & 6 nominations total
💰Budget:$12,000,000
🌎Worldwide Gross:$57,524
📊TMDB:6.5
🍅Rotten Tomatoes:67%
🔗FilmAffinity:5.6
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