Far From the Madding Crowd

2015 • 118 minutes

About this movie

Oscar nominated Carey Mulligan stars as a headstrong young woman in this passionate romantic drama, based on the literary classic by Thomas Hardy. Mulligan plays Bathsheba Everdene, an independent heiress who attracts three very different suitors: a strapping sheep farmer (Matthias Schoenaerts), a handsome and reckless Sergeant (Tom Sturridge), and a prosperous mature bachelor (Michael Sheen).

Ratings and reviews

Well acted and well cast. Main character is a bit annoying and makes obviously bad decisions but if you’re wanting a quiet, romantic film to loose yourself in this will suit you.

This movie was so original, and refreshing. It had unexpected twists and a gravity to it that I didn't see coming. I wanted to see it in cinema but didn't get the chance -I'm glad I followed it up. Really one of the best movies I've seen this year.

Who is this rising star!? She grabs me every time. An epic love story , beautifully shot and characters with grit. The acting is phenomenal and the period is accurately recognised.