About this release
This biopic traces the life of 19th century American poet Emily Dickinson (Cynthia Nixon), depicting how her romantic frustrations, relationships with her family, and reclusive nature helped shape her development as a writer. Jennifer Ehle, Keith Carradine, Duncan Duff, and Catherine Bailey co-star. Written and directed by Terence Davies (Sunset Song).
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Disc 1
DVD
A Quiet Passion (2016)
125 min
Drama
The story of American poet Emily Dickinson from her early days as a young schoolgirl to her later years as a reclusive, unrecognized artist.
Credits
Director
Terence Davies
Writer
Terence Davies
Cast
Cynthia Nixonas Emily Dickinson
Jennifer Ehleas Vinnie Dickinson
Keith Carradineas Edward Dickinson
Emma Bellas Young Emily Dickinson
Sara Vertongenas Miss Lyon
Duncan Duffas Austin Dickinson
Jodhi Mayas Susan Gilbert
Joanna Baconas Emily Norcross
Benjamin Wainwrightas Young Austin Dickinson
Catherine Baileyas Vryling Buffum
Cinematographer
Florian Hoffmeister
Editor
Pia Di Ciaula
Producer
Peter De Maegd
Roy Boulter
Sol Papadopoulos
Tom Hameeuw
Release Details
- Packaging
- Keep Case
Images
Catalogue Info
- Added by
- Matthew Simpson
- Date added
- July 2, 2026