Oscar and Lucinda

Name: Oscar and Lucinda
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 1997-12-31
Duration: 132 min
Rating: 6.4

1997 · Movie · R · 132 min · ★ 6.4 · 67% critics

DramaRomance

In the 19th century, a troubled young minister with a compulsive taste for gambling crosses paths with a wealthy, independent woman investing in a glassworks. Drawn together by their outsider status and shared risk-taking, they strike an audacious wager that turns faith, love, and ambition into a high-stakes journey across Australia.

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Years: 1997
Release date: 1997-12-31
Language: English
Rated: R
Runtime: 132 min
Critic score: 67/100
TMDB rating: 6.4/10 (79 votes)

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You’ll likely enjoy this if you want an offbeat period romance about outsiders, faith, and risky choices, with a sweeping Australian backdrop; Not for you if you need fast pacing or a straightforward plot like Jane Eyre.

Pros: striking period visuals; strong lead performances; quirky romantic tone | Cons: gentle, slow pacing; meandering focus; story feels uneven