The Winter Guest
It's winter in a small Scottish village near the sea, and multiple lives intersect in a day. Frances has just lost her husband to an early death, so her mother, Elspeth, travels to Frances' house to reconnect with her daughter and grandson, Alex. Meanwhile, old women Chloe and Lily go to a funeral, youngsters Sam and Tom cut class, and Alex gets a crush on tomboy Nita.
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Where can I watch The Winter Guest in the United States?
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What are the ratings for The Winter Guest?
The Winter Guest scores 6.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Winter Guest?
The Winter Guest stars Emma Thompson, Phyllida Law, Sheila Reid, Sandra Voe, and Arlene Cockburn. Alan Rickman is the director.
How long is The Winter Guest?
The Winter Guest runs 1h 48m (108 minutes).
When did The Winter Guest come out?
The Winter Guest was released on December 27, 1997.
Which studio made The Winter Guest?
The Winter Guest was produced by Capitol Films and Film4 Productions in the United Kingdom and the United States.
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