An Ideal Husband (DVD) directed by Oliver Parker

DVD. Run time: 96 mins. Language: English. A romantic and sentimental comedy set at the turn of the 19th century, An Ideal Husband delves into themes of love, passion, and betrayal among the aristocracy. Sir Robert Chiltern (Jeremy Northam), a brilliant politician and a perfect gentleman, is the ideal husband for the charming Lady Chiltern (Cate Blanchett). They have a widely envied marriage until charming Mrs. Cheveley (Julianne Moore) appears with the intention of revealing a dark secret from Chiltern's past. When his world seems to be falling apart, Chiltern turns to his lifelong friend Lord Arthur Goring (Rupert Everett), the most eligible bachelor in town. Goring soon finds himself caught up in a web of lies, temptations, and secret liaisons. Furthermore, the persistent charms of Sir Robert's sister Mabel (Minnie Driver) are becoming a serious threat to his much-cherished bachelorhood. Using political intrigue and clever wit, An Ideal Husband draws a picture of a society struggling with issues still valid today. Gönül Dönmez-Colin, Rovi

Sexy leading man Rupert Everett ("Shakespeare In Love", "My Best Friend's Wedding") heads an acclaimed all-star cast in this wonderfully witty story of decadence, romance, and scandal! Sir Robert (Jeremy Northam - "Happy Texas", "Mimic") is a highly respected politician whose spotless reputation is the pride of his beautiful wife (Cate Blanchett -"Elizabeth") and adoring sister (Minnie Driver - "Good Will Hunting", "Grosse Pointe Blank"). But when an old acquaintance (Julianne Moore - "Boogie Nights", "The Lost World: Jurassic Park") threatens to reveal a dark secret from Robert's past, only his womanizing party-loving best friend Goring (Everett) is scheming and dishonest enough to come to his aid! Overwhelmingly acclaimed by critics - you'll love this fresh, funny motion picture and its stellar ensemble as they elevate the art of blackmail to an elegant game of wit and passion. Production Featurette. .