“The French Lieutenant’s Woman” (1981) – The opening scene – from director Karel Reisz’s film – surprises but revealing the head-scratching beginning of “The French Lieutenant’s Woman” would be a crime. Divulging it would somewhat spoil the experience of this cleverly constructed romantic period piece. Let’s just say that the film’s screenplay adds a layer of complexity which amply raises the level of intrigue in this classic romance. Set in England during the 19th Century, a time when wealthy men courted equally affluent women with the utmost respect. Gentlemen formally call on the ladies they…
Movie of the Week: ‘The French Lieutenant’s Woman’
