Based on the classic Henry James novel, THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY is the deeply psychological period drama of an American woman’s (Nicole Kidman) complex journey to challenge and eventually break the confines of her sheltered existence.

"Sexy, edgy and sublimely satisfying. Nicole Kidman gives a career performance. John Malkovich and Barbara Hershey are note-perfect."

- Graham Fuller, INTERVIEW

"Nicole Kidman gives a lovely heartbreaking performance."

- Guy Flatley, COSMOPOLITAN

"Nicole Kidman is simply terrific. Barbara Hershey, what a performance! Malevolent, mysterious and juicy to the max!"

- Liz Smith, THE NEW YORK POST

"A truly mesmerizing PORTRAIT. The Henry James novel has been superbly rendered by director Jane Campion. Nicole Kidman’s startling intensity holds you in thrall and Barbara Hershey has the role of her career."

- Peter Travers, ROLLING STONE

"Darkly gorgeous, fascinating and undeniably audacious."

- David Ansen, NEWSWEEK

"A bold interpretation of a classic. Fascinating and alive with elements of imagination and surprise."

- Janet Maslin, THE NEW YORK TIMES

"Sexy, edgy and sublimely satisfying. Nicole Kidman gives a career performance."

- Graham Fuller, INTERVIEW

"Barbara Hershey gives the performance of a lifetime."

- Kenneth Turan, LOS ANGELES TIMES

"The quietly magnetic star, Mr. Donovan, impressively provides warmth and focus."

- Janet Maslin, THE NEW YORK TIMES

"Two thumbs up!"

- SISKEL & EBERT

"I think I have to begin by getting a general impression of life, do you see? And there’s a light that has to dawn. I can’t explain it, but I know it’s there. I know I can’t give up. I’m not afraid."