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1994 · 112 min · PG-13

Nell

Directed by Michael Apted · Drama, Thriller

Nell (1994) is a Drama film, directed by Michael Apted set in North Carolina during the 1990s. It runs 112 minutes and is rated PG-13.

Themes of isolation run throughout.

Composer
Mark Isham
Cinematography
Dante Spinotti
Cast
Jodie FosterLiam NeesonNatasha RichardsonRichard LibertiniRobin MullinsNick SearcyJeremy DaviesO'Neal Compton

The world of this film

Setting

Where
North Carolina
Setting
WildernessMountain
When
1990s

Premise & themes

Themes
Isolation
Tone
ContemplativeHopeful

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadFemale Led
Pacing
Measured
Based on
Pure Fiction

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