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Overview
In the 1930s, British officer John Truscott journeys to a remote village in colonial Malaysia to educate and Westernize the local Iban population. There, he's introduced to the lovely Selima. In keeping with tradition, Selima is assigned to sleep with Truscott and teach him the native language and customs. But when they fall in love, both colonists and natives object to their plans to marry.
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Cast
Jessica Alba
Selima
Brenda Blethyn
Aggie
Hugh Dancy
John Truscott
Bob Hoskins
Henry Bullard
Junix Inocian
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Mano Maniam
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Sleeping Dictionary available to watch online?
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What year was The Sleeping Dictionary released?
The Sleeping Dictionary was released in 2003.
What genre is The Sleeping Dictionary?
The Sleeping Dictionary is a Drama, Romance film.
How long is The Sleeping Dictionary?
The Sleeping Dictionary has a runtime of 1h 49m.
What is The Sleeping Dictionary rated?
The Sleeping Dictionary has a TMDB rating of 6.6/10 based on 189 reviews.
Who directed The Sleeping Dictionary?
The Sleeping Dictionary was directed by Guy Jenkin.
