A classic coming-of-age story set during the Civil War, Little Women follows the childhood adventures of the four free-spirited March sisters: beautiful Meg (Trini Alvarado), fragile Beth (Claire Danes), romantic Amy (Kirsten Dunst & Samantha Mathis), and impetuous Jo (Winona Ryder) who is determined to defy social conventions by seeking her fame and fortune as a writer. All four sisters are en compassed by the love of their caring Marimba (Susan Sarandon). This enduring story unwraps a gift of humour and heartfelt emotions as it follows the sisters' turbulent romances and their lasting friendships in the enchanting years between girlhood and womanhood. 'Little Women' is a film to be enjoyed and cherished by the whole family.
Directed by
Gillian Armstrong
Written by
Louisa May Alcott (novel) Robin Swicord (screenplay)
Starring
Winona Ryder (Jo March); Gabriel Byrne (Friedrich Bhaer); Trini Alvarado (Meg March); Samantha Mathis (Older Amy March); Kirsten Dunst (Younger Amy March); Claire Danes (Beth March); Christian Bale (Laurie); Eric Stoltz (John Brooke); John Neville (Mr. Laurence); Mary Wickes (Aunt March); Susan Sarandon (Mrs. Abigail "Marmee" March); Florence Patterson (Hannah); Robin Collins (Carriage Boy); Corrie Clark (Belle Gardiner); Rebecca Toolan (Mrs. Gardiner). Please contact SFC to add other cast members and characters.
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