The Dig
Set in 1939, this historical drama follows the story of an archaeologist, Basil Brown, played by Ralph Fiennes, who is hired by a wealthy landowner, Edith Pretty, portrayed by Carey Mulligan, to excavate mysterious mounds on her estate. As they uncover a significant historical find, the discovery attracts the attention of prominent archaeologists and museums, leading to tensions and personal revelations. Directed by Simon Stone, the film beautifully captures the essence of pre-war England and the passion for uncovering the past. While it hasn’t won major awards, it has been praised for its performances and cinematography. For those interested, the film can be viewed for free on Soap2day.
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Genre: Biography, Drama, Featured movies, History
Director: Simon Stone
Actors: Archie Barnes, Arsher Ali, Ben Chaplin, Carey Mulligan, Chris Wilson, Eamon Farren, Eileen Davies, Johnny Flynn, Ken Stott, Lily James, Monica Dolan, Paul Ready, Ralph Fiennes
Country: United Kingdom, United States of America
Company: Clerkenwell Films, Magnolia Mae Films, Netflix
Worldwide Gross: $693