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Critic Darren Bignell
rated 8

Before you know it, you're caught up in a difficult but touching friendship, and enjoying a history lesson more than you ever thought possible.

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Cast & Crew

John Madden
Director
Billy Connolly
As John Brown
Gerard Butler
As Archie Brown
Judi Dench
As Queen Victoria
Geoffrey Palmer
As Henry Ponsonby
Oliver Ford Davies
As Dean of Windsor
Antony Sher
As Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli

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Mrs Brown tells the story of an unusual friendship between Queen Victoria and her trusted servant, John Brown, following the death of her husband Prince Albert. Their relationship brings scandal and turmoil to the monarchy, as Brown takes control over the Queen's daily activities and becomes her closest confidant. The film explores themes of grief, loyalty, and power struggles within the royal family, set against the backdrop of a changing Britain in the late 19th century. As tensions rise and public opinion turns against Brown, he becomes increasingly isolated and vulnerable. The film raises questions about the nature of their relationship and the impact it had on Victoria's reign, while also highlighting Brown's loyalty and devotion to the Queen.

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