NIGHTWATCHING (2007)
A film by Peter Greenaway
From Peter Greenaway, one of the most inventive, ambitious and
controversial film-makers of our time, comes a thrilling period
drama, told in explicit detail with customary irony and wit, that
explores the romantic and professional life of the great Dutch
painter Rembrandt, and the mystery surrounding the creation of his
1642 masterpiece , 'The Night Watch'.
Featuring impressive performances from a cast that includes Martin
Freeman (THE OFFICE) in a remarkable leading role as the wry,
lusty Rembrandt, Eva Birthistle (THE CHILDREN) as his young
wife Saskia, Jodhi May (EMMA) as his seductive maid, Toby
Jones (FROST/NIXON) and Natalie Press (MY SUMMER OF
LOVE), NIGHTWATCHING unravels a fascinating conspiracy in
sumptuous detai