When Queen Victoria's husband Prince Albert dies, she finds solace in her trusted servant, Mr. John Brown, but their relationship also brings scandal and turmoil.When Queen Victoria's husband Prince Albert dies, she finds solace in her trusted servant, Mr. John Brown, but their relationship also brings scandal and turmoil.When Queen Victoria's husband Prince Albert dies, she finds solace in her trusted servant, Mr. John Brown, but their relationship also brings scandal and turmoil.
- Nominated for 2 Oscars
- 12 wins & 26 nominations total
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- TriviaThough she was in her early sixties, Judi Dench cites this as the movie that launched her film career.
- GoofsWhen the Prince of Wales recovers from typhoid, the Queen commands that a Mass of Thanksgiving be held at St. George's Chapel. Queen Victoria was a devout low-church Anglican/Presbyterian in England and Scotland, and never would have ordered a mass. A Church of England Service of Thanksgiving was held at St. Paul's Cathedral.
- Quotes
Queen Victoria: Mr Brown.
John Brown: Yes, ma'am.
Queen Victoria: You have been told repeatedly not to stand in the courtyard unless requested to do so.
John Brown: Yes, ma'am.
Queen Victoria: Then why do you persist in doing it?
John Brown: Because I think Her Majesty is wrong. If ever there was a poor soul who needed fresh air, it is her.
Queen Victoria: The Queen will ride out if and when she chooses.
John Brown: And I intend to be there when she's ready.
It is the story of a servant's love for his queen; it is the story of a woman's love for the man who has given her life meaning; it is a story of two best friends, who ignore social circumstances and care deeply for one another. The story is nearly flawless, combining the historical situation and circumstances with intense and riveting emotion.
The acting is outstanding. Both of the central actors convey exactly what their character is feeling, even if no words are spoken. Billy Connolly lets John Brown's humanity shine through his rough exterior, and he has a naturalness that is quite inspired. And Dame Judi Dench gives a masterful performance, worthy of the Oscar (like that's never been said before). Her portrayal of a queen tortured by her feelings and her position in society is the best of the year by any actor, male or female.
Hands down the best British film of the year. 9/10.
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- Also known as
- Her Majesty, Mrs. Brown
- Filming locations
- Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK(Film location for Balmoral Castle)
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Box office
- Gross US & Canada
- $9,229,808
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $76,268
- Jul 20, 1997
- Gross worldwide
- $9,229,808
- Runtime1 hour 41 minutes
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- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1