280 Ratings

The Browning Version

United Kingdom, 1951

Drama

Synopsis

Michael Redgrave gives the performance of his career in Anthony Asquith’s adaptation of Terence Rattigan’s unforgettable play. Redgrave portrays Andrew Crocker-Harris, an embittered, middle-aged schoolmaster who begins to feel that his life has been a failure.

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The Browning Version Directed by Anthony Asquith

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Awards & Festivals

Cannes Film Festival

1951 | 2 wins including: Best Actor

Berlin International Film Festival

1951 | 4 wins including: Audience Poll Small Bronze Plate

National Board of Review

1951 | Winner: Top Foreign Films

BAFTA Awards

1952 | 2 nominations including: Best British Film

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Cast & Crew

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What are people saying?

Lorna Singh's rating of the film The Browning Version
Lorna Singh

Powerful,moving character study with an insight into an unhappy marriage. Brilliant dialogue delivered by an inspiring cast.
July 12, 2013 00:51
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Miasma's rating of the film The Browning Version
Miasma

1951 was an impressive year, and I hate to think this film, a merely exceptional chamber piece, is to be overlooked - like the damn Crock. Applause!
August 04, 2010 19:06
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Richmond Hill's rating of the film The Browning Version
Richmond Hill

A tender and subtle study of resignation, loss and regret, sensitively handled by all concerned. Life is closer to this portrait than most commercial fine a would ever dare admit.
May 25, 2017 17:54
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Stu Witmer's rating of the film The Browning Version
Stu Witmer

A tour d'force of acting and cinematography, but what really blew me away was the makeup. The extremely subtle and effective work by Biddy Chrystal (hair stylist) and W.T. Partleton (makeup artist) supported and enhanced the characters, particularly Redgrave and Kent. With the combination of great acting and makeup, it took me a few minutes to recognize the two actors, both of whom I've seen many times.
February 22, 2014 22:32
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Erik F.'s rating of the film The Browning Version
Erik F.

3.5 stars. So bittersweet.
April 16, 2018 09:48
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Luis Pires's rating of the film The Browning Version
Luis Pires

My first Asquith, and what a deliciously well-written work! Redgrave is incredible.
July 21, 2017 01:51
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HSBilly's rating of the film The Browning Version
HSBilly

divine performance by redgrave, and remarkable minor performance by "the book"
February 05, 2016 15:34
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AKFilmFan's rating of the film The Browning Version
AKFilmFan

Compelling adaptation of the play with a stunning performance by Redgrave.
August 27, 2012 04:41
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