Tess

Synopsis

A strong-willed peasant girl is sent by her father to the estate of some local aristocrats to capitalize on a rumour that their families are from the same line. This fateful visit commences an epic narrative of sex, class, betrayal, and revenge.

Details

Director

Roman Polanski

Release

October 6, 1979

Status

Released

Country

France, United Kingdom

Network

Renn Productions

Runtime

2h 52m

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Where to watch

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Cast

• 
  Nastassja Kinski

  Tess Durbeyfield
• 
  Peter Firth

  Angel Clare
• 
  Leigh Lawson

  Alec d'Urberville
• 
  John Collin

  John Durbeyfield
• 
  Rosemary Martin

  Mrs. Durbeyfield
• 
  Carolyn Pickles

  Marian
• 
  Richard Pearson

  Vicar of Marlott
• David Markham

  Reverend Mr. Clare
• 
  Pascale de Boysson

  Mrs. Clare
• 
  Suzanna Hamilton

  Izz Huett
• Caroline Embling

  Retty
• Tony Church

  Parson Tringham

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