Girl with a Pearl Earring
Discover the mystery behind the legend.
Genres
Overview
This film, adapted from a work of fiction by author Tracy Chevalier, tells a story about the events surrounding the creation of the painting "Girl With A Pearl Earring" by 17th century Dutch master Johannes Vermeer. A young peasant maid working in the house of painter Johannes Vermeer becomes his talented assistant and the model for one of his most famous works.
Details
Budget
$10500000
Revenue
$31500000
Runtime
101 min
Release Date
2003-12-12
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
1401
Vote Average
6.6
Scarlett Johansson
Griet
Colin Firth
Johannes Vermeer
Tom Wilkinson
Pieter Van Ruijven
Cillian Murphy
Pieter
Judy Parfitt
Maria Thins
Essie Davis
Catharina Bolnes Vermeer
Joanna Scanlan
Tanneke
Gabrielle Reidy
Griet's Mother
Chris McHallem
Griet's Father
Alakina Mann
Cornelia Vermeer
Rollo Weeks
Frans
Anna Popplewell
Maertge
Claire Johnston
White Haired Woman
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Apothecary
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Paul The Butcher
Gintare Parulyte
Model
Robert Sibenaler
Priest
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