The Other Boleyn Girl - February 2008

Based on the best selling novel by Philippa Gregory, 'The Other Boleyn Girl' is an engrossing and sensual tale of intrigue, romance, and betrayal set against the backdrop of a defining moment in history. Two sisters, Anne (Natalie Portman) and Mary (Scarlett Johansson) Boleyn, are driven by their ambitious Father and Uncle to advance the family’s power and status by courting the affections of the King of England (Eric Bana). Leaving behind the simplicity of country life, the girls are thrust into the dangerous and thrilling world of court life -- and what began as a bid to help their family develops into a ruthless rivalry between Anne and Mary for the love of the King. Initially, Mary wins King Henry's favor and becomes his mistress, bearing him two illegitimate children. But Anne, clever, conniving and fearless, edges aside both her sister and Henry’s wife, Queen Katherine of Aragon, in her relentless pursuit of the King. Despite Mary's genuine feelings for Henry, her sister Anne has her sights set on the ultimate prize; Anne will not stop until she is Queen of England. As the Boleyn girls battle for the love of a King -- one driven by ambition, the other by true affection -- England is torn apart. Despite the dramatic consequences, the Boleyn girls ultimately find strength and loyalty in each other, and they remain forever connected by their bond as sisters.

Directed by Justin Chadwick
Produced by Mark Cooper, Alison Owen and Scott Rudin
Written by Philippa Gregory(novel) and Peter Morgan (screenplay)
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Drama / History / Romance
In Theathers: February 29, 2008

Casts:

• Natalie Portman as Anne Boleyn
• Scarlett Johansson as Mary Boleyn
• Eric Bana as King Henry VIII
• Jim Sturgess as George Boleyn
• Kristin Scott Thomas as Lady Elizabeth
• Juno Temple as Jane Parker
• Benedict Cumberbatch as William Carey
• Eddie Redmayne as William Stafford
• Alfie Allen as King's Messenger
• Ana Torrent as Katharine of Aragon
• Oliver Coleman as Henry Percy
• Jade Ramsey as Noble Twin
• Mark Rylance as Sir Thomas Boleyn
• Nikita Ramsey as Noble Twin
• Tiffany Freisberg as Mary Talbot
• Christopher Fosh as Nobleman

The feature, helmed by Justin Chadwick, follows two ferociously ambitious sisters, Mary and Anne Boleyn, who were rivals for the bed and heart of King Henry VIII. Portman and Johansson will star as the sisters, with Bana playing the King. Two sisters contend for the affection of King Henry VIII. Based on the novel by Philippa Gregory, THE OTHER BOLEYN GIRL is directed by Justin Chadwick and starring Natalie Portman, Scarlett Johansson, Eric Bana, and Jim Sturgess.