Firelight movie poster

Firelight

"Passion has no limits."

May 27, 1998 1h 43m 6.7/10 (72 votes)

Originally released in 1998. Firelight is a romance/drama film. directed by William Nicholson.

Starring Sophie Marceau, Stephen Dillane, and Dominique Belcourt

Synopsis

In 1838, lovely governess Elisabeth agrees to bear a child of anonymous English landowner, and he will in return pay her father's debt. At birth she, as agreed, gives up the child. Seven years later she is hired as governess to a girl on a remote Sussex estate. The father of the girl, Charles Godwin, turns out to be that anonymous landowner. So Elisabeth has to be her own daughter's governess, and she can't reveal the secret of her tie with little Louisa.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 27, 1998 27 years ago
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Runtime 1h 43m 103 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (72 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Wind Dancer Productions
  • Hollywood Pictures
  • Carnival Films
  • Miramax

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Firelight about?

In 1838, lovely governess Elisabeth agrees to bear a child of anonymous English landowner, and he will in return pay her father's debt. At birth she, as agreed, gives up the child. Seven years late...

Who directed Firelight?

Firelight was directed by William Nicholson.

How long is Firelight?

Firelight has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).

When was Firelight released?

Firelight was released on May 27, 1998 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Firelight?

The main cast of Firelight includes Sophie Marceau, Stephen Dillane, Dominique Belcourt, Kevin Anderson, Joss Ackland.