A Handful of Dust (1988)

Amidst the remnants of a forsaken South American outpost and the surreal world of a hallucinating protagonist, the tale of 'A Handful of Dust' unfurls. The aristocratic couple, Tony (James Wilby) and Brenda Last (Dame Kristin Scott Thomas), reside in their expansive manor, maintaining their roles as lord and lady, while nurturing their young son. Tony, an introvert with a distaste for social gatherings, stands in stark contrast to Brenda who, craving the thrill of London's high society, finds solace in the company of an impecunious gentleman, John Beaver (Rupert Graves). A social parasite, John is subtly manipulated by his enterprise-driven mother, Mrs. Beaver (Dame Judi Dench), who sees a potential windfall in the Lasts. As Brenda and John's dalliance evolves into a passionate affair, Brenda immerses herself more in the city's vibrant life, leaving Tony oblivious and alone in their deserted estate. A series of events - a heart-wrenching tragedy, opportunistic lawsuits, and unabashed greed - culminate in an unexpected expedition to Brazil, intended to be a brief escape but morphing into something far more profound. 'A Handful of Dust' serves as a stark reminder that we're merely fleeting entities in the grand scheme of life, each one of us just a handful of dust.

A Handful of Dust is a drama movie featuring James Wilby.

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