Mary Reilly

Synopsis

Mary Reilly, starring Julia Roberts, is a dark and psychological drama based on the classic story of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The film follows Mary Reilly, a housemaid who becomes entangled in a complex relationship with her mysterious and frightening employer, Dr. Jekyll. As Mary delves deeper into the secrets of Dr. Jekyll's past, she finds herself torn between loyalty and a growing sense of danger. Julia Roberts delivers a powerful performance as Mary, bringing depth and emotion to her character. With a haunting atmosphere and gripping narrative, Mary Reilly explores themes of duality, humanity, and the darkness that resides within us all.

Cast

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  Julia Roberts

  Mary Reilly

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  John Malkovich

  Dr. Henry Jekyll / Edward Hyde

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  George Cole

  Mr. Poole

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  Michael Gambon

  Mary’s Father

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  Glenn Close

  Mrs. Farraday

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  Kathy Staff

  Mrs. Kent

Reviews

Mary Reilly received mixed reviews from critics. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a rating of 26%, with critics praising the atmospheric setting and Julia Roberts' performance, but criticizing the slow pace and lack of originality. IMDb rated Mary Reilly at 5.8/10, with audiences appreciating the film's dark and mysterious tone, as well as the chemistry between the lead actors. Metacritic scored the movie 44/100, highlighting the visual style and cinematography, while noting a lack of depth in character development. Overall, Mary Reilly offers a unique take on a classic tale, with a mesmerizing performance by Julia Roberts at its core.