Synopsis
In the 1930s, British officer John Truscott journeys to a remote village in colonial Malaysia to educate and Westernize the local Iban population. There, he's introduced to the lovely Selima. In keeping with tradition, Selima is assigned to sleep with Truscott and teach him the native language and customs. But when they fall in love, both colonists and natives object to their plans to marry.
Ratings
| Source | Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb | 6.5/10 | 71% |
| TMDB | 6.6/10198 votes | 29% |
| Balasaur Score | 65 | 100% |
Key crew
- Guy JenkinDirector, Writer
- Simon BoswellOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Jessica AlbaSelima
- Brenda BlethynAggie
- Hugh DancyJohn Truscott
- Bob HoskinsHenry Bullard
- Junix InocianFamous
- Mano ManiamPoliceman
- K.K. MoggieTipong
- Emily MortimerCecil
- Noah TaylorNeville
- Christopher Ling Lee IanJasmine
- Michael Jessing LanggiMelaka
- Cicilia Anak RichardJester Woman
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