Girl with a Pearl Earring

Name: Girl with a Pearl Earring
Director: Peter Webber
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 2003-01-01
Duration: 101 min
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Scarlett Johansson, Colin Firth, Tom Wilkinson, Cillian Murphy, Judy Parfitt

2003Dir. Peter Webber1h 41m

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Runtime1h 41m

Released2003

Budget$10.5M

Box office$33M

DirectorPeter Webber

About This Movie

So, 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' is a fascinating exploration of art and its creation. The film's atmosphere is thick with the tension of the 17th century, while the pacing allows you to really savor those intimate moments between Griet, the young maid, and Vermeer. The performances are captivating; Scarlett Johansson embodies Griet with an understated intensity that's hard to shake off. The cinematography is a visual feast, echoing Vermeer’s own palette and playing with light in a way that feels almost tactile. It’s not just about the painting, it’s about the unspoken dynamics of class, desire, and artistic struggle. The film immerses you in a world where every brushstroke carries weight and meaning.

Rich atmospheric cinematographySubtle performances highlight class dynamicsExplores the creative process behind art