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The Sleeping Dictionary( 2003)

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Overview

A young Englishman is dispatched to Sarawak to become part of the British colonial government. He encounters some unorthodox local traditions, and finds himself faced with tough decisions of the heart involving the beautiful Selima, the unwitting object of his affections.

    Top Billed Cast

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      Jessica Alba

      Selima

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      Hugh Dancy

      John Truscott

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      Brenda Blethyn

      Aggie

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      Christopher Ling Lee Ian

      Jasmine

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      Emily Mortimer

      Cecil

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      Bob Hoskins

      Henry

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      K.K. Moggie

      Tipong

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      Noah Taylor

      Neville

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    Facts

    Status

    Released

    Original Language

    English

    Budget

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    Keywords

    • forbidden love