Letters from Baghdad
“She was as controversial as the history she made.”
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About
Gertrude Bell, the most powerful woman in the British Empire in her day, shaped the destiny of Iraq after WWI in ways that still reverberate today.
Cast
Tilda Swinton
as Gertrude Bell (voice)
Adam Astill
as Sgt. Frank Stafford
Tom Chadbon
as Sir Valentine 'Domnul' Chirol
Simon Chandler
as David Hogarth
Joanna David
as Janet Courtney
Anthony Edridge
as Sir Arnold 'A.T.' Wilson
Amed Hashimi
as Suleiman Faidhi
Andrew Havill
as Sir Percy Cox
Michael Higgs
as General Sir Gilbert Clayton
Hayat Kamille
as Mme. Jamil Zadeh
Rose Leslie
as Young Gertrude Bell (voice)
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Stream Letters from Baghdad online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular documentary movie originally produced in English and released in 2017, it's earned a solid 6.7/10 from 14 viewers worldwide.
About Letters from Baghdad
“She was as controversial as the history she made.”
Gertrude Bell, the most powerful woman in the British Empire in her day, shaped the destiny of Iraq after WWI in ways that still reverberate today. Running 95 minutes.
Letters from Baghdad Cast and Characters
The cast features Tilda Swinton (as Gertrude Bell (voice)), Adam Astill (as Sgt. Frank Stafford), Tom Chadbon (as Sir Valentine 'Domnul' Chirol), Simon Chandler (as David Hogarth), and Joanna David (as Janet Courtney). Their performances are a major reason Letters from Baghdad has built such a passionate audience.
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Letters from Baghdad flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Letters from Baghdad
Where can I watch Letters from Baghdad online for free?
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How long is Letters from Baghdad?
Letters from Baghdad runs for 95 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is Letters from Baghdad good? What's the rating?
Letters from Baghdad holds a 6.7/10 rating based on 14 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Letters from Baghdad?
The main cast includes Tilda Swinton, Adam Astill, Tom Chadbon, and Simon Chandler, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Letters from Baghdad available in English?
Yes — Letters from Baghdad was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Letters from Baghdad released?
Letters from Baghdad was released in 2017.
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What is Letters from Baghdad about?
Letters from Baghdad is a Documentary English-language film. Gertrude Bell, the most powerful woman in the British Empire in her day, shaped the destiny of Iraq after WWI in ways that still reverberate today.
When was Letters from Baghdad released?
Letters from Baghdad was released on April 21, 2017. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. The film was produced by Missing in Action Films.
Who stars in Letters from Baghdad?
Letters from Baghdad stars Tilda Swinton, Adam Astill, Tom Chadbon and Simon Chandler. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Letters from Baghdad available in HD?
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