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Questions about The Other Boleyn Girl (2003 film)

Short answers, pulled from the story.

Who directed The Other Boleyn Girl 2003 BBC film?

The 2003 BBC television film was directed and written by Philippa Lowthorpe. It was adapted from Philippa Gregory's 2001 novel of the same name.

What is the plot of The Other Boleyn Girl 2003 film?

The film follows Mary Boleyn, who is forced by her family to become the mistress of Henry VIII while her husband William Carey consents to the arrangement. Her sister Anne eventually displaces her in Henry's affections, rises to become queen, and is ultimately arrested and beheaded along with their brother George.

Who plays Mary Boleyn and Anne Boleyn in the 2003 BBC film?

Natascha McElhone plays Mary Boleyn and Jodhi May plays Anne Boleyn. Jared Harris portrays Henry VIII.

Where was The Other Boleyn Girl 2003 filmed?

The film was shot at Berkeley Castle in Gloucestershire. It used hand-held cameras and a confessional straight-to-camera style unusual for historical drama.

What was the production budget for The Other Boleyn Girl 2003 television film?

The film had a production budget of £750,000. The cast also spent four weeks in workshops improvising the script with director Philippa Lowthorpe before filming began.

When was The Other Boleyn Girl 2003 BBC film released on DVD?

The 2003 BBC film was released on DVD on the 6th of October 2008, following the release of the 2008 theatrical version of the same story.