A Handful of Dust (film)
A Handful of Dust is a 1988 British film directed by Charles Sturridge, based on the 1934 novel of the same name by Evelyn Waugh. It stars James Wilby and Kristin Scott Thomas. Originally conceived as a television project, it was the first feature film financed by London Weekend Television.
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| Directed by | Charles Sturridge |
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| Based on | A Handful of Dust by Evelyn Waugh |
| Produced by | Derek Granger |
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| Cinematography | Peter Hannan |
| Music by | George Fenton |
Production companies | London Weekend Television Stagescreen Productions |
| Distributed by | Premier Releasing |
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Running time | 118 minutes |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Budget | £2.7 million |
| Box office | £1.5 million (UK/US) |
It was nominated at the 61st Academy Awards for Best Costume (Jane Robinson), losing to Dangerous Liaisons. Judi Dench won the BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actress.
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