A Handful of Dust
Storyline & Synopsis
English aristocrat Tony Last welcomes tragedy into his life when he invites John Beaver to visit his vast estate. There Beaver makes the acquaintance of Tony's wife, Brenda. Together, they continue their relationship in a series of bedroom assignations in London. Trusting to a fault, Tony is unaware that anything is amiss until his wife suddenly asks for a divorce. With his life in turmoil, Tony goes on a haphazard journey to South America.
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Quick Facts: A Handful of Dust
When was A Handful of Dust released?
A Handful of Dust was released on 24 June 1988.
Who stars in A Handful of Dust?
The movie stars James Wilby, Kristin Scott Thomas, Rupert Graves, Pip Torrens, Judi Dench.
Who directed A Handful of Dust?
A Handful of Dust is directed by Charles Sturridge.
What is the IMDb rating of A Handful of Dust?
A Handful of Dust has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 from 3K votes.
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