The Reader
- Genre: Drama
- Film running length: 124 min
(excl trailers and advertisements) - UK Release Date: 2/1/2009
- Directed by: Stephen Daldry
- Country: United Kingdom
- Language: English
- Distributor: Entertainment Film Distributor
Kate Winslet, Ralph Fiennes, Alexandra Maria Lara, Bruno Ganz
Directed by Stephen Daldry and starring Kate Winslet and Ralph Fiennes, The Reader is a dramatic love story set in post war Germany. Michael, a young law student, and his nurse, Hanna, embark on a secret affair. But when Hanna mysteriously disappears, Michael fears he may never see her again.
Nine years later, Michael discovers Hanna is a defendant in the Nazi war crime trials, and a secret is uncovered that will impact on their lives forever.
If you liked ‘Nuremberg’ and ‘The English Patient’ you’ll love ‘The Reader’.
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Contains strong sex.
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The Reader: Average guest rating breakdown (across UK & Ireland):
Total ratings: 84
Average rating: 3.9
7 (8%)
Poor
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9 (11%)
Good
23 (27%)
Very Good
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Latest customer reviews (from a total of 17 reviews):
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FANTASTIC!
Do not miss it!
Kate Winslet's performance was spectacular!
Very Very Boring!!!!
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