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The Sleeping Dictionary (2003)

★ 6.5R106 min

2003 film by Guy Jenkin

The Sleeping Dictionary is a 2003 British-American romantic drama film written and directed by Guy Jenkin and starring Hugh Dancy, Jessica Alba, Brenda Blethyn, Emily Mortimer, and Bob Hoskins. The film is about a young Englishman who is sent to Sarawak, Malaysia, in the 1930s to become part of the British colonial government. There he encounters some unorthodox local traditions, and finds himself faced with tough decisions of the heart involving a beautiful young local woman who becomes the object of his affections. The Sleeping Dictionary was filmed on location in Sarawak.

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What is The Sleeping Dictionary about?
The Sleeping Dictionary (2003) — John Truscott goes to Borneo to work with the Iban. He reports to Henry Bullard, who gives him a "sleeping dictionary"--one of the locals who teaches him the local language and culture. And who he gives John is Selima. And while teaching him, John finds himself attracted to her.
Is The Sleeping Dictionary based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is The Sleeping Dictionary scary?
Content rating: R. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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